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Dr Tamás Kozák: “High inflation casts a long shadow”

Our magazine asked Dr Tamás Kozák, general secretary of the National Trade Association (OKSZ) about the current state of the sector. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...

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The National Trade Association held its general meeting

At its annual general assembly, the National Trade Association (OKSZ) reaffirmed some of its previous office holders and elected new ones. In addition, the assembly approved amendments to the statutes...

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Food Price Margin Reduction Extended Until the End of August

István Nagy, Hungary’s Minister of Agriculture, announced on his official Facebook page that the government has decided to extend the margin reduction on food products until August 31, 2025. The...

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Profitability of trade is decreasing – the government is opening up substantial resources

On May 28, Laurel Számítástechnikai Kft. held its 12th Retail Conference. In his opening speech at the event, which was held this time in the capital, Attila Bessenyei, the company’s...

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The National Trade Association has developed proposals for the elimination of margin-cutting measures

The National Trade Association (OKSZ) has submitted to the government a research study by GKI Economic Research Co. (GKI) analyzing the economic impact of the margin cap, which concludes that...

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OKSZ makes proposals to help smooth the elimination of the margin cap

In order to avoid further uncertainty, the international food retail companies of the National Trade Association are submitting a proposal to the government for a smooth phasing out of the...

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The National Trade Association is preparing a proposal to eliminate margin squeeze

In order to avoid further uncertainty, the international food retail enterprises of the National Trade Federation (OKSZ) are proposing to the government a smooth phasing out of the margin freeze,...

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OKSZ: The margin stop has achieved its goal, it can be phased out at the end of May

According to the National Trade Federation (OKSZ), the inflation data released on May 8 confirm that the margin freeze has achieved its original goal due to the decrease in food...

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NGM vs. OKSZ: consumption is increasing due to margin reduction – claims the government

According to the Ministry of National Economy (NGM), the government’s margin cut did not reduce, but rather substantially increased retail turnover – the claims of the National Trade Federation (OKSZ)...

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The National Trade Association recommends the elimination of margin squeeze

The Hungarian National Trade Federation (OKSZ) is proposing the elimination of margin reduction; the organization does not consider the inclusion of household and cleaning products in the measure to be...

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International and domestic FMCG retail outlook: Tamás Kozák in the Chain Bridge Club

At the February meeting of the Chain Bridge Club Tamás Kozák, secretary general of the National Trade Association (OKSZ) gave a comprehensive overview of international and domestic trends in the...

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OKSZ: the margin stop has achieved the desired effect, it can be exited

The average basket value of the foods affected by the margin freeze has clearly decreased compared to the period before the regulation came into force. At the same time, the...

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OKSZ requests amendment to cash payment proposal

OKSZ requests amendment of cash payment proposal The National Trade Federation (OKSZ) requests the government to amend the draft law on the use of cash, because the draft would make...

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Stability, trust, cooperation – retail players send message to the government

Margin restrictions may jeopardize the stability of supplier relationships in the long term, while gaining the trust of customers and thinking together may be the key to sustainable development, it...

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OKSZ: margin is not profit!

The international food retailer member companies of the National Trade Federation (OKSZ) would like to share the following facts regarding the news published in recent days regarding food inflation. Margin...

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Margin stop: Exaggeration or necessary step? OKSZ’s criticism of the government’s measures

The government’s margin freeze has sparked another controversy in the food retail sector. The measure aims to prevent unreasonably high margins on basic foodstuffs, but according to the National Trade...

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The OKSZ Takes a Stand on the Margin Cap Regulation

Regarding the government’s proposed price regulation measure, the National Trade Association (OKSZ) believes that competition-based pricing is the most effective way to preserve and strengthen consumers’ purchasing power while achieving...

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Márton Nagy negotiated with OKSZ about food prices

We are working to reduce food prices! – the Minister of National Economy announced on his social media page, adding that he consulted with representatives of the National Trade Federation...

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OKSZ also fights against inflation

The food retail member companies of the National Trade Association welcome the Ministry of National Economy’s efforts to closely monitor food price developments in order to protect Hungarian families. The...

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Hungarian Retailers Unite for Charity During the Holiday Season

Seven major Hungarian food retail chains—Aldi, Auchan, Lidl, Penny, SPAR, Tesco, and Metro—are continuing their tradition of supporting those in need during the holiday season. Through donations of food, clothing,...

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Europe’s Day in Commerce: the sector is changing

Europe’s Day in Commerce has been organised for the 20th time, with the National Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers (VOSZ) once again highlighting the strategic importance of the domestic retail...

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MOHU spoke up about the DRS limit

As of October 26, the MOHU reduced the amount available for redeeming beverage packaging to HUF 5,000 in one transaction, in response to the request of the National Trade Association...

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Winners of this year’s Symbol of Sustainability competition announced

Trade magazin has organised the Symbol of Sustainability competition for the fifth time. From the entries 14 winners were selected in seven categories. Symbol of Sustainability seeks to showcase successful...

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The OKSZ is optimistic about the introduction of mandatory promotions

Since the first of July, mandatory store promotions, which had been a prescribed practice for retailers for certain products, have been abolished in Hungary. At the same time, the last...

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OKSZ: care must be taken with returnable bottles

As of July 1, 2024, metal, plastic, and glass beverage packages sold in stores over 400m2 must be exchanged with the return exchange machines provided by MOHU, with the exception...

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The National Trade Association welcomes the elimination of mandatory promotions from July 1

The National Trade Association welcomes the elimination of mandatory promotions from July 1. In cooperation with the government, retailers also tried to make an effective contribution to curbing inflation, consumers...

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Representing interests – irrespective of company size

In the following interview Dr Tamás Kozák, secretary general of the National Trade Association (OKSZ) analyses the biggest challenges and successes of the Hungarian retail trade sector in 2023. This...

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OKSZ’s food retailer member companies are at the forefront of food donation

The reduction of food waste is treated as a priority task by international or mixed-owned food retailers operating in Hungary. Waste loss is reduced to a minimum with automated product...

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OKSZ elected officials and renewed its operations

The National Trade Association held a general meeting yesterday. At the general meeting, the new members of the Supervisory Board were elected and the representative of PENNY-MARKET Kft. was approved...

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Dr. Tamás Kozák: the retail tax took away the profit of the shops

The new general secretary of the National Trade Association (OKSZ), Dr. Tamás Kozák, participated for the first time as a professional speaker at the Pénzcentrum RETAIL DAY 2024 conference. In...

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