Budapest

In Hungary

NIB teams up with Deutsche in cash management

The agreement makes it easier for companies to open accounts in a number of European countries outside Danske Bank Group’s...

In Hungary

Member of Siemens board detained over bribes allegations

Johannes Feldmayer, a member of the main board of Siemens, was taken into custody Tuesday by police investigating allegations of...

History

Draskovics assures US investors Hungary will carry through with reforms

Government commissioner Tibor Draskovics assured top officials of major US investment banks in New York on Monday that there is...

Conferences

EU climate goals could cost €1.1 trillion: study

A European Union target to slash greenhouse gas emissions 20% by 2020 could cost the bloc up to €1.1 trillion...

In Hungary

EU set to adopt new payment card rules

European Union citizens will be able to pay bills anywhere in the 27-country bloc using cards and credit transfers from...

Conferences

2008 inflation goal could be met at around Ft 255/€1, says Karvalits

The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) is able to meet the 3% inflation target for 2008 at an exchange rate...

Conferences

Hungary utilizes Schengen funds well

A total of 99.8% of the €150 million available has been allocated for 220 development projects between May 2004 and...

History

Hungary’s euro adoption hinges on economy overhaul

Hungary's government will delay setting a target date for adopting the euro until it has completed a plan to overhaul...

Sights

Biodiversity: will our grandchildren still eat fish?

In Europe today, 52% of freshwater fish species, 45% of reptiles and butterflies, 42% of indigenous mammals, 30% of amphibians...

In Hungary

FinMin on uneven division of tax burden

The majority of taxes are paid by a minority of taxpayers, which makes tax burdens heavier for those who bear...

Tourism

Trichet: risks to price stability still on the upside

ECB President Jean-Claude Trichet told MEPs on Wednesday that while inflation rates were presently low and likely to fall in...

Food

Hochtief to meet record profit target 2 years ahead of deadline

Hochtief AG, Germany’s largest builder, said it will meet its profit target two years ahead of deadline as Asian demand...

Awards

Hungary delays 3G mobile phone permit sale on lack of interest

Hungary won't offer the last available license to build and operate a high-speed mobile phone network this year after companies...

Tourism

Romanians get married at faster pace as government offers cash

Romanians, who during Ceausescu's communist regime were bullied by the secret police into getting married and having children, tied the...

In Hungary

Linamar to transform Hungarian unit into European headquarters after buyout

Linamar Corp. plans to transform its Hungarian unit into its new European headquarters after, it made a buyout offer for...

In Hungary

Emeric Pressburger: the Englishman From Miskolc

The Hungarian-born filmmaker Emeric Pressburger is being celebrated in his birthplace as cinematic aficionados worldwide reassess his joint productions with...

In Budapest

Jewish Cultural Festival Returns for 28th Staging

The program of the 28th Jewish Cultural Festival promises to be rich and diverse, with 30 programs across six venues...

Hotel Clark Budapest Retains Michelin Key for Second Consecutive Year

Hotel Clark Budapest, the flagship hotel of Unione Hotel Management, has retained its Michelin Key, recognizing its approach to contemporary...

Karácsony Expects Deal on Budapest’s Finances Within Weeks

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony expects an agreement with the government on resolving the capital’s financial problems within weeks, he told...

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum Reopens With Free Admission as Review Continues

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum has reopened while a review of its exhibition continues, Culture and Social Relations Minister Zoltán...

Emeric Pressburger: the Englishman From Miskolc

The Hungarian-born filmmaker Emeric Pressburger is being celebrated in his birthplace as cinematic aficionados worldwide reassess his joint productions with...

ÉS Bisztró Launches Sunday Brunch at Kempinski Budapest

ÉS Bisztró at Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest launched a weekly Sunday brunch, combining an à la carte menu of brunch...

White Raven Sees Growing Demand for Alcohol-Free Cocktails as Summer Traffic Holds Steady

White Raven Skybar & Lounge welcomed more than 33,000 guests and served over 22,000 cocktails between late April and the...

Business Chambers Bring Rugby Leadership Experience to Budapest

Confindustria Ungheria, the British Chamber of Commerce Hungary and CCI France Hongrie will host an executive development event with Italy’s...

Twelve Hungarian Hotels Feature in 2026 Michelin Key Selection

Twelve Hungarian hotels have been included in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 Michelin Key selection, with Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace...

Budapest Car-Free Weekend Brings Road Closures and Tram Changes Sept. 19-20

Budapest’s Car-Free Weekend will bring family activities and sustainable transport programs to central streets and riverfront areas Sept. 19-20, alongside...

Budapest Repays HUF 67 bln Overdraft but Faces HUF 86 bln Solidarity Bill

Budapest has repaid a HUF 67 bln overdraft after receiving local business tax advances, but the capital still needs a...

Why More Families Choose the DSB Preparatory Class

A successful start to school begins with the right foundation. At the Deutsche Schule Budapest (DSB), children can join the...

Jewish Cultural Festival Returns for 28th Staging

The program of the 28th Jewish Cultural Festival promises to be rich and diverse, with 30 programs across six venues...

Budapest Geothermal Summit Highlights Hungary’s Potential and Investment Hurdles

Expanding geothermal energy in Hungary requires predictable regulation and infrastructure upgrades, speakers said at the fourth Budapest Geothermal Energy Summit....

House of Terror Museum to Close Temporarily as Tarr Dismisses Director Mária Schmidt

Budapest’s House of Terror Museum will close temporarily for a clarification of rights issues, Culture and Social Relations Minister Zoltán...

Westend Wins Green Investment Award for EUR 10 mln Sustainability Upgrade

Westend Shopping Center has won the Green Investment of the Year award at this year’s Green Awards, for a EUR...