Summary of newspapers of the previous day - 29. 10. 2025

Danone's sales rose more than expected, supported by demand in China

French food company Danone increased sales by 4.8 percent in the third quarter to 6.876 billion euros (167 billion CZK). It announced this in a press release today. Sales thus increased more than analysts expected according to the agency Reuters, whose average forecast was 4.3 percent.

Pilsner and Radegast above gold? Prazdroj is preparing another beer price increase from the autumn

Lovers of Pilsner beer, but also Radegast and some other beers that fall under Plzeňský Prazdroj, must prepare for another price increase. Bottled beer will increase in price by an average of 1.50 crowns, and draft and tank beers for taps by a crown.

Plant growth is significantly affected by volatile substances produced by bacteria. Scientists from MENDELU in Brno figured it out

A groundbreaking discovery was made by scientists from Mendel University in Brno and their colleagues from the University of Cologne. The scientific team focused on the role of volatile organic compounds which serve as signalling molecules between bacteria and plants.

Excise tax on still wines will remain on hold. Despite criticism from ANO and Motorists

This year's grape harvest is over. Winemakers are pleased not only with the good harvest, but also with the fact that the zero rate of excise tax on still wines after the outgoing government of Petr Fiala (ODS) will not be changed by the potential government of Andrej Babiš (ANO) in the coming months.