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Russia wants to buy Czech Airlines

Russia is planning to take part in privatization of Prague International Airport and the Czech state air carrier Czech Airlines...

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EU ministers to discuss lower VAT for environment-friendly goods

EU finance ministers will soon discuss plans by France and Britain to reduce EU-wide VAT rates on environmentally- friendly products,...

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EU ministers to discuss lower VAT for environment-friendly goods

EU finance ministers will soon discuss plans by France and Britain to reduce EU-wide VAT rates on environmentally- friendly products,...

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World economy remains strong, G7 says

The world economy remains strong despite turmoil in financial markets, soaring oil prices and a weak US housing market that...

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World economy remains strong, G7 says

The world economy remains strong despite turmoil in financial markets, soaring oil prices and a weak US housing market that...

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CEE markets unmoved by euro timetable: Unicredit

Central’s Europe timetable to adopt the euro slipping should have little impact on the region’s financial markets, Willi Hemetsberger, head...

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Czechs could adopt euro in 2012

The Czech Republic could adopt the euro in 2012 if the government makes it its priority, Czech central bank (CNB)...

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EU, Montenegro to sign Stabilization and Association Agreement

Montenegro and the European Union are set to sign the Stabilization and Association Agreement (SAA) on Monday, which will bring...

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Slumping dollar puts G-7 back in spotlight

For the last five years the global economy has sailed along, allowing meetings of the Group of Seven finance ministers...

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SK Opposition parties want Hungary-Slovakia tensions to end

The chairmen of the opposition parties - Mikuláš Dzurinda (SDKÚ), Pavol Hrušovský (KDH) and Pál Csáky (SMK) - said on...

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Singapore’s PM says economy not overheating, inflation under control

Singapore’s Prime Minister on Tuesday said his country’s economy was not overheating, with inflation under control despite firm economic growth....

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EU grumbles, but Montenegro keeps the euro

The European Union this week scalded aspiring member Montenegro over its use of the euro as its official currency, but...

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UN Security Council still divided over Kosovo

The 15-nation UN Security Council once again failed to agree on a possible plan of action if negotiations between Serbia...

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Euro ministers fall short of pressing dollar, target RMB

Finance ministers from the 13-nation bloc sharing euro failed Monday to seek a tougher stance against the appreciation of their...

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European socialists continue to exclude Slovak ruling Smer

The leadership of the Party of European Socialists (PES) decided in Brussels Thursday against bringing Smer, Slovakia’s senior ruling Social...

Appointments

Hera Cuku Named Managing Director of Lilly Hungary

Eli Lilly has appointed Hera Cuku as managing director of Lilly Hungária Kft., bringing international leadership experience and a scientific...

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Rethinking Data Strategies From Storage to Recovery

As Hungarian businesses manage increasingly fragmented data and face more sophisticated cyberthreats, reliable recovery is becoming a board-level priority....

Inside View

Investing in Hungary’s Wind Renaissance: What Wind Tender Means for Stakeholders

Hungary has launched its most ambitious wind energy initiative in nearly two decades, opening a new chapter in the country’s...

Appointments

Géza Palocsay Named Managing Director of Douglas Central Europe

Géza Palocsay has been appointed managing director of Douglas Central Europe, overseeing the beauty retailer’s operations in Hungary, the Czech...

Inside View

Energy Efficiency Also a Tax Opportunity

Diversifying Hungary’s energy supply has been on the agenda for years. The rapid expansion of solar power is a major...

Inside View

The Price of Medicine: How Discrediting a Competitor Became EUR 1 bln Competition law Risk

EU competition law does not prohibit a company from being a market leader; a dominant position can be a natural...

MSD Hungary Managing Director Sean R. Smith to Take Global Role

Sean R. Smith will conclude his assignment as managing director of MSD Hungary at the end of 2026 and move...

Forvis Mazars Appoints Three New Partners in Hungary

International audit and advisory firm Forvis Mazars has appointed Gabriella Gábor, Zoltán Betyák and Gergely Simon as partners in Hungary,...

Netlock Appoints George Tilesch to Lead AI and Global Strategy

Hungarian digital trust services provider Netlock has appointed Hungarian-American AI expert Dr. George Tilesch to its senior leadership team, effective...

Citi Appoints Zoltán Schwardy as Country Officer and Banking Head for Hungary

Citi has announced the appointment of Zoltán Schwardy as Citi country officer (CCO) and banking head for Hungary, effective Sept....

Hera Cuku Named Managing Director of Lilly Hungary

Eli Lilly has appointed Hera Cuku as managing director of Lilly Hungária Kft., bringing international leadership experience and a scientific...

Rethinking Data Strategies From Storage to Recovery

As Hungarian businesses manage increasingly fragmented data and face more sophisticated cyberthreats, reliable recovery is becoming a board-level priority....

DUIHK Central to the German-Hungarian Bilateral Economic Relationship

Róbert Keszte became president of the German-Hungarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DUIHK) in 2025. In this interview with the...

Workload Outweighs Pay as Source of Workplace Distress

Workload, lack of recognition and job insecurity drive workplace distress among Hungarian employees, while pay remains their top priority, according...

CBRE Hungary Expands China Desk as Chinese Clients Pursue European Projects

CBRE Hungary has appointed Tu Yunfeng as business development manager at its China Desk, expanding the Budapest-based team as Chinese...

Investing in Hungary’s Wind Renaissance: What Wind Tender Means for Stakeholders

Hungary has launched its most ambitious wind energy initiative in nearly two decades, opening a new chapter in the country’s...

Géza Palocsay Named Managing Director of Douglas Central Europe

Géza Palocsay has been appointed managing director of Douglas Central Europe, overseeing the beauty retailer’s operations in Hungary, the Czech...

Energy Efficiency Also a Tax Opportunity

Diversifying Hungary’s energy supply has been on the agenda for years. The rapid expansion of solar power is a major...

Hungary’s Unemployment Rate Reaches 4.7% in August

Hungary’s unemployment rate stood at 4.7% in August, with 229,000 people unemployed and 4.654 mln employed among those aged 15-74,...

Realis Group Plans International Expansion as Krisztián Hornok Joins as Partner

Krisztián Hornok has joined Realis Group as a partner as the company prepares to expand its real estate business beyond...

The Price of Medicine: How Discrediting a Competitor Became EUR 1 bln Competition law Risk

EU competition law does not prohibit a company from being a market leader; a dominant position can be a natural...