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Forint softens on interbank market

The forint was trading at 311.68 to the euro at 5:30pm on Tuesdayʼs interbank forex market down from 310.68 late...

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KSH: Hungary’s external trade surplus drops to €687 mln in November

Hungary’s external trade surplus decreased by €22 million in year-on-year terms in November, to €687 mln, with the export volume...

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State-owned company to coordinate waste management in Hungary

One state-owned company will coordinate all waste management across Hungary from April 1, the state secretary for priority public services...

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Forint unchanged to EUR, firms to USD, CHF

The forint was trading at 310.68 to the euro at 5:30pm on Mondayʼs interbank forex market practically unchanged from 310.69...

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Report: Home purchase subsidies could cause labor bottleneck

With the mass exodus of construction personnel to the West, Hungary could experience a serious shortfall as the industry, which...

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Jüdische Allgemeine corrects interview with ‘Son of Saul’ director

An interview by Jüdische Allgemeine with Hungarian director László Nemes, of the Oscar-nominated Holocaust film “Son of Saul”, was removed,...

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Survey: Employees feel more secure about their workplace

The labor market stability index of insurer BNP Paribas Cardif and survey institute Median, which measured how secure employees feel...

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Survey: Interest strong for EU funding among small businesses

About 41% of microbusinesses and 57% of small businesses would like to apply for European Union funds in the 2014-2020...

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Media authority to phase out ‘blue’ numbers

Hungary’s National Media and Telecommunications Authority (NMHH) is planning to phase out the so-called “blue” telephone numbers, which are premium-rate...

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MNB launches macroprudential strategy

The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) today launched a macroprudential strategy that aims to prevent or minimize the impact of...

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PwC: 2016 beginning of the end of Eurozone crisis

The latest “Economy Watch” report published by PwC today, predicts that the G7 will grow at its fastest rate since...

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Gov’t to pass law to set up National Building Society

The Hungarian government has put forward a proposal to establish a National Building Society (NBS), based on similar models in...

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‘Son of Saul’ wins Critics’ Choice award

The Hungarian film “Son of Saul” has won yet another award in the best foreign language category, this time at...

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Report: NAV probe of agribusiness VAT fraud to close in weeks

The Hungarian National Tax and Customs Authority (NAV) is expected to close a probe of HUF 18 billion in alleged VAT...

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NNG, Renault ink another partnership

French car manufacturer and Hungarian navigation software developer NNG signed a partnership in which the Hungarian company will provide support...

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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...