Tag "alkohol"
Global stockpiling of concentrated beverages: $22 billion worth of goods stuck at major manufacturers
A record amount of unsold spirits has accumulated at global market leaders: Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Campari, Brown-Forman and Rémy Cointreau are collectively sitting on around $22 billion worth of inventory...
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NKFH: 362 million forint fine imposed for serving alcoholic beverages to young people
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH), with the cooperation of the government agencies under its professional supervision, continuously examined compliance with consumer protection rules regarding the protection of...
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Research: There was no “alcohol wave” during Covid, but consumption increased among a narrow group
There was no general wave of alcohol consumption in Hungary during the Covid–19 epidemic – this is revealed by a recently presented, representative survey, which was conducted by the InfoRádió...
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Industrial alcohol production is built on a broad raw material base – this is how use and consumption are changing in Hungary
The production of industrial ethyl alcohol now relies on an extremely diverse range of agricultural raw materials, as revealed by a detailed overview of Agrárszektor. Domestic and international producers use...
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Pernod Ricard’s quarterly revenue drops
Pernod Ricard, one of the world’s leading spirits companies, reported a bigger-than-expected quarterly revenue decline, partly due to a decline in sales in the US and China and unfavorable currency...
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E-cigarettes, coffee, energy drinks – what do our teeth “say”?
More and more domestic and international research is highlighting that everyday habits – such as coffee consumption, energy drinks and e-cigarette use – have a significant impact on oral health:...
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Better in moderation – conscious alcohol consumption is especially important in the summer
The summer awareness-raising campaign of the Hungarian Spirits Association and Product Council (MSZSZT) drew attention to the importance of moderate alcohol consumption among 18-49 year olds. The impact of the...
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Czechs would tighten alcohol regulations – more and more people support restrictions
A significant portion of the Czech population is calling for stricter action to curb alcohol consumption, according to a recent survey by the Behavio polling agency. 63 percent of those...
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Two special food products will be placed under a new tariff heading
On 19 June 2025, the European Commission published new implementing regulations amending the tariff classification of two special food products – a gellan gum sugar mixture and an alcoholic carbonated...
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Several French cognac brands have been granted duty-free status in China, but not everyone is happy
China imposed an anti-dumping duty of up to 34.9 percent on brandy imports from the European Union on Saturday – however, several of the largest French cognac producers were exempted...
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WHO: They urge a 50 percent price increase for tobacco, alcohol and sugary drinks
The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for the prices of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages and sugary soft drinks to be increased by at least 50 percent over the next...
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A bubble containing the whole world
Our drink choices can be influenced by many factors: sometimes our mood determines what we choose from the endless selection, other times we pair a drink blessed with exceptional properties...
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New dietary advice bans cold meats and alcohol
Charcuterie, ultra-processed food, soft drinks, alcohol and added sugars are to be avoided according to new dietary recommendations with which the High Health Council wants to help Belgians make healthy...
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Can Cuba go without rum? – Sugar shortage paralyzes the island’s iconic industry
Cuba’s rum industry is in deep crisis – not financial, not market, but raw material shortages. The state-run rum production has been pushed to the brink of a complete shutdown...
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The survey on alcohol and other drug consumption habits has interesting results
Among young people in Europe, Czech fifteen- to sixteen-year-olds have the most experience with marijuana use, according to an international survey published by the CTK news agency. Research conducted in...
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Alcohol-free era change: challenges and opportunities in the global beer industry
The European beer industry is facing geopolitical obstacles and new consumer trends, according to an analysis by Index, which examines the current challenges and opportunities in the beer sector. European...
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Donald Trump has threatened heavy tariffs on alcohol products from the European Union in response to the EU’s announced tariffs on American whiskey
US President Donald Trump threatened to impose heavy tariffs on alcohol products exported from the European Union to the United States on Thursday in response to the European Union’s tariffs...
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NAV: Romanian driver who was checked on the M43 highway hid hundreds of liters of alcohol among furniture
Several hundred liters of alcohol were hidden among the furniture by the Romanian driver who was checked by the tax inspectors of the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) at...
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The rise of alcohol-free wines: dynamic growth and domestic successes
The non-alcoholic wine market has shown significant growth in recent years, and the annual growth of the category is expected to exceed 7-10 percent in the coming years. Europe and...
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What effect do popular drinks have on teeth? An American dentist’s experiment
According to the experiment, red wine turned out to be the strongest tooth stainer. The alcoholic beverage not only stained the enamel but also the root of the tooth completely,...
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Changes to alcohol advertising rules from January 1, 2024
From January 1, 2024, significant changes will take effect in alcohol advertising regulations, primarily affecting public spaces and the HORECA (hotel, restaurant, cafe) sector. The new regulations aim to limit...
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Beer consumption is decreasing in Germany and Europe
German beer culture is known around the world, but even during this year’s European football championship, it was not possible to boost consumption. German beer sales show a significant decline,...
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The future of premium beverage consumption: less, but better quality
WhiskeyNet Kft. its two founders, Kati Szatmári and Zsolt Szigeti, spoke in an interview with Pénzcentrum about the benefits of high-quality alcohol consumption and the noticeable increase in demand for...
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The price of bananas, chocolate and alcohol may increase due to shortages and strikes
A strike by coastal workers at Eastern and Gulf ports on Tuesday could cause major disruptions to the supply of popular products, causing major concern in the trade sector. Businesses...
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Transformation of alcohol consumption habits: alcohol-free drinks and premium products are making progress
Alcohol consumption is undergoing significant change worldwide, especially among younger generations. A growing number of people are opting for non-alcoholic beverages due to conscious lifestyles and concerns about social media,...
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We know how young people drank this summer: in the spirit of fair play and responsible drinking
Of course, there are those who think it’s “to a small extent medicine, to a large extent medicine”, or who “drink for a week, exercise for a week”, but the...
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6 tips from Diageo for responsible alcohol consumption
Summer is in full swing, the time for outdoor events, gatherings of friends, joint barbecues and, of course, summer festivals. This week also marks the start of the Sziget Festival,...
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Weak results and falling shares: Diageo faces challenges
The world’s largest spirits company group, Diageo, shocked investors with unexpectedly weak quarterly results. The company blames the decline on weak consumption and inflation in the Americas. Diageo’s sales fell...
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The decline in the prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages slowed down in Ukraine
In Ukraine, the increase in consumer prices accelerated to 4.8 percent, the highest level this year, in June in an annual comparison from 3.3 percent in May – according to...
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Big sporting events also help with beer consumption
Although major sporting events temporarily have a positive effect on the development of beer consumption, this year the weather will also decide whether the beer market can correct itself this...
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