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Forint firms on interbank market

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Forint softens on interbank market

The forint was trading at 314.49 to the euro at 5.30pm on Tuesdayʼs interbank market, softening from 313.50 late on...

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Minister calls conference for education leaders

Hungary’s Ministry of Human Capacities is organizing a conference on education on April 1 for leaders of educational institutions, to...

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Commerzbank: MNB rate cut an orchestrated surprise

The National Bank of Hungary’s (MNB) surprise move yesterday of sharply lowering inflation forecasts and cutting base rates for the...

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KSH: Retail sales up 1.7% in January

Retail sales in Hungary were up 1.7% in January and rose 2.2% adjusted for calendar effects, as compared to the...

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MNB cuts inflation forecast to 0.3% for 2016

The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) today cut its inflation forecast to 0.3% in 2016 in its March Inflation Report,...

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Forint softens on interbank market

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‘Son of Saul’ Oscar win boosts film production in Hungary

The impact of the Oscar win for Hungarian film “Son of Saul” will be good for the countryʼs film industry,...

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BKK announces restrictions of Funicular service

Restrictions will be applied to the service of the Funicular operating at Buda Castle Hill during the period of March...

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Parliament approves bill to establish National Building Society

The Hungarian Parliament approved a bill today to establish the National Building Society (NBS) and to augment the savings of...

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Survey: Hungarians prefer conventional TV services

Approximately 84% of Hungarians are not willing to give up their conventional television services, market researcher Nielsen said after conducting...

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Association airs concerns over government slogan in bank ads

The Hungarian Advertising Association (MRSZ) expressed concern yesterday over a government decree that requires banks to include a government slogan...

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Household spending boosts Hungaryʼs GDP growth in 2015

Hungaryʼs GDP grew 2.9% in 2015, and household spending was the largest single factor behind the increase, data published by...

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Bosch-Richter Survey Finds Hungarians Open to AI, Health Tech and Safer Mobility

A survey presented at BoschxRichter Innovators’ Day suggests Hungarians prioritize health and financial stability while welcoming technology that improves safety...

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Hungary’s Inflation at 1.6% in September 2026

Consumer prices in Hungary rose 1.6% year-on-year in September, while prices increased 0.2% from August, according to data from the...

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Government Opens HUF 2.2 bln in Funding for Hungarian Communities Abroad

Two funding schemes supporting ties with ethnic Hungarian communities abroad open for applications this week, offering HUF 2.2 bln for...

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Hungary’s Business Confidence Improves in September

Business sentiment improved in Hungary in September, while consumer confidence remained largely unchanged, according to a monthly survey by economic...

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EBRD Maintains Hungary Growth Forecast at 1.8% for 2026

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) forecasts Hungary’s economy will expand by 1.8% in 2026 and 2.5% in...

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MBH Forecasts 1.8% Hungarian Growth and Inflation as Consumption Supports Recovery

Hungary’s economy could grow 1.8% in 2026 while average annual inflation slows to the same rate, according to MBH Analysis...

EY Urges Early Preparation for Hungary’s Proposed Wealth Tax

Hungary’s proposed wealth tax could create new obligations for wealthy individuals, trusts and private foundations, with the first assessment generally...

IMF Sees Window for Hungary’s Economic Revival, Urges Swift Reforms

Hungary has a “uniquely favorable window of opportunity” to revitalize its economy, but must act quickly to turn market confidence...

Bosch-Richter Survey Finds Hungarians Open to AI, Health Tech and Safer Mobility

A survey presented at BoschxRichter Innovators’ Day suggests Hungarians prioritize health and financial stability while welcoming technology that improves safety...

Hungary’s Inflation at 1.6% in September 2026

Consumer prices in Hungary rose 1.6% year-on-year in September, while prices increased 0.2% from August, according to data from the...

Government Opens HUF 2.2 bln in Funding for Hungarian Communities Abroad

Two funding schemes supporting ties with ethnic Hungarian communities abroad open for applications this week, offering HUF 2.2 bln for...

Hungarian Investment Fund Inflows Fall to HUF 138 bln in August

Net subscriptions to Hungarian investment funds reached HUF 138 bln in August, down from HUF 271 bln in July, according...

Hungary’s Budget Deficit Reaches 6.2% of GDP in H1 2026

Hungary’s general government deficit reached HUF 2.810 tln, or 6.2% of GDP, in the first half of 2026, as expenditure...

Hungary to Raise Lowest Pensions From January

Hungary will raise the minimum pension to HUF 120,000 and introduce tiered increases for other low pensions from Jan. 1,...

TI Hungary: Private Equity Funds Still Opaque Despite Stricter Rules

Transparency International Hungary found that despite tighter regulations, ownership of Hungarian private equity funds remains opaque, with major gaps in...

Hungary Lifts Debt Issuance Plan to HUF 8.7 tln as Financing Needs Grow

Hungary’s Gov't Debt Management Agency (ÁKK) has raised its 2026 net issuance target to HUF 8.717 tln, citing a larger-than-expected...

Hungary’s Business Confidence Improves in September

Business sentiment improved in Hungary in September, while consumer confidence remained largely unchanged, according to a monthly survey by economic...

Hungary Could Adopt Euro in 2033 at Earliest, Equilor Says

Hungary could adopt the euro in 2033 at the earliest, with high public debt and a substantial budget deficit posing...

EBRD Maintains Hungary Growth Forecast at 1.8% for 2026

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) forecasts Hungary’s economy will expand by 1.8% in 2026 and 2.5% in...

MBH Forecasts 1.8% Hungarian Growth and Inflation as Consumption Supports Recovery

Hungary’s economy could grow 1.8% in 2026 while average annual inflation slows to the same rate, according to MBH Analysis...

Hungary’s Average Gross Earnings up 7.5% in July

Average gross monthly earnings for full-time employees in Hungary rose 7.5% year-on-year to HUF 745,500 in July 2026, while average...