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Forint up versus euro, down against dollar

The forint was trading at 313.69 to the euro late Wednesday on the interbank forex market, up from final quotes...

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Halpim: PMI in Hungary up to 50.7 in August

Seasonally-adjusted Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) saw a rise to 50.7 points in August from the previous month’s 49.9, the Hungarian...

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KSH: Investment volume up 5.7% in Q2 in Hungary

Hungary’s Investment volume saw a year-on-year rise of 5.7% in the second quarter of this year after falling 4.5% in...

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KSH: Hungary’s PPI up 0.3% in July

Industrial producer prices in Hungary saw a year-on-year growth of 0.3% in July, with domestic industrial sales prices falling 1.8%...

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Report: Hungarian police use tear gas on refugees in camp

The Hungarian police retaliated against approximately 200  “angered” refugees this morning by using tear gas at a refugee camp in the...

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Study: 40% of Hungarians opt for online travel offers

Approximately 40% of Hungarians seek out online travel offers, while 63% do their research online regarding their travel plans, Hungarian...

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MNB policy makers decide to keep rates on hold, as expected

The National Bank of Hungaryʼs (MNB) Monetary Council decided to keep the central bankʼs key rate on hold at 1.35%...

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MKIK: Business confidence falls in Q2

A gauge of SME confidence by the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industryʼs (MKIK) Economy and Business Research Institute (GVI)...

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A National Balancing Act: Security Of A Country And Privacy Of The Individual

The following opinion piece was written by Giovanni Buttarelli, who is the European Data Protection Supervisor....

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Semjén: Law on possession of firearms should be amended

Christian Democrat (KDNP) politician, and Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén is looking to pass a bill that would allow the...

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Chairman: I did not design the dog

Tamás Gyárfás, the chairman of the Hungarian Swimming Association, said yesterday on commercial channel ATV that “I don’t know whose...

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GigPlug launches in Hungary

Online job referral portal GigPlug launched its application in Hungary yesterday, according to a press release issued by the company....

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Analysts: CPI slowing unexpected, consolidation continues

Analysts queried by Hungarian news agency MTI said that the slowing growth of CPI to a year-on-year 0.4% in July...

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KSH: Hungary’s CPI growth slows to 0.4% in July

Breaking a five-month rising trend, Hungary’s Consumer Prices Index (CPI) saw a year-on-year growth of 0.4% in July, following a...

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Banks examining new mortgage lending requirement

A number of Hungarian banks are still weighing steps needed to comply with new regulations requiring them to back mortgage...

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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...