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Standards slipping in Hungarian public education

While Hungary has received huge funds from the European Union for the development of education, its performance has deteriorated in...

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Rector opens CEUʼs 27th academic year in defiant spirit

The Central European University (CEU) formally began its 27th Academic Year on Friday, at an opening ceremony welcoming students, faculty,...

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Financial awareness improving among Hungarians

Hungarians are making more efforts to be prepared for expenditure outlays down the road, including the education costs of their...

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GDP up 3.2% in Q2, second estimate confirms

Confirming an earlier flash estimate, the volume of gross domestic product was 3.2% higher in Hungary in the second quarter...

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Number of foreclosed homes sold increases in Q2

A total of 2,947 foreclosed residential properties were sold in the second quarter, 605 more than in the previous quarter...

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Hungary PMI rises to 56.6 in August

Hungaryʼs seasonally adjusted Purchasing Managersʼ Index (PMI) stood at 56.6 points in August, rising from 54.2 in July, the Hungarian...

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Government gives up mobile communication in state admin

The Hungarian government will use fixed-line telephone services for voice communications of state administrative institutions, according to a report on...

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Hungarian SMEs optimistic about revenues climbing

Hungarian SMEs expect their revenues to climb by 8.5% on average over the coming year, according to a survey by...

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Hungary responds to EC infringement procedures

Hungary has sent its responses to the European Commission within the context of ongoing infringement procedures regarding recently adopted laws...

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BNP Paribas labor market stability index rises

The labor market stability index of insurer BNP Paribas Cardif and survey institute Medián, measuring how secure employees feel about...

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Hungary ranks 3rd on Speedtest Global Index for mobile internet

The Speedtest Global Index, a ranking of mobile and fixed broadband speeds from around the world on a monthly basis,...

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GKIʼs Budapest, nationwide property indices edge down

The Budapest and nationwide property indices of economic research institute GKI show that householdsʼ plans to buy or build a...

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SME confidence improves in second quarter

The business confidence of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hit 24 points in July, climbing from 18 points in April,...

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Confidence index shows growing optimism

The business confidence index of the Institute for Economic and Enterprise Research (GVI) of the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and...

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Half of Hungarians canʼt afford a holiday

Just over half of Hungarians could not afford to take a one-week annual holiday away from home last year, shows...

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One in Six Hungarian Adults Has Lost Money to Cyberfraud, CIB Survey Finds

Nearly half of Hungarian adults have encountered a cyberfraud attempt, and 16% have lost money, according to a representative survey...

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Economic and Geopolitical Uncertainty Should Change how we Grow, not Whether we Grow

Economic volatility, geopolitical disruption, and technological change are making long-term decisions harder for business leaders. Yet uncertainty does not remove...

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Hungary’s GDP Grows 1.5% in Q3 as Industry Offsets Drought Hit

Hungary’s GDP grew 1.5% year-on-year in the Q3 2026, supported by industry and services, while drought-hit agriculture held back the...

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Hungary Sets 2030 Euro Readiness Goal in Growth and Deficit Plan

Hungary aims to meet the conditions for euro adoption by 2030 while lifting growth above 3% and reducing budget deficit...

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Hungarian Business Confidence Improves as Consumer Sentiment Weakens

Business confidence edged higher in Hungary in October, while consumer sentiment deteriorated, according to economic research institute GKI....

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Kopint-Tárki Forecasts Hungary’s GDP Growth at 2.5% in 2027

Economic research institute Kopint-Tárki expects Hungary’s GDP to grow by approximately 2.5% in 2027, according to a new forecast released...

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MNB Keeps Base Rate Unchanged, Lower Inflation Target Signals Tighter Stance

The Monetary Council of the National Bank of Hungary (MNB) left Hungary’s benchmark rate at 5.5% at its most recent...

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Hungarian Business Groups Urge Changes to Draft Wealth Tax

Fourteen Hungarian business organizations have issued a joint statement calling for changes to the proposed wealth tax, including relief for...

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AI Boom, USD 100 Oil and 5% Bond Yields Reshape Investment Outlook

An AI-driven technology rally, oil prices above USD 100 and U.S. Treasury yields around 5% are reshaping investment opportunities, according...

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VOSZ Business Confidence Index Declines in Q3 2026

Hungarian business association VOSZ’s business confidence index fell two percentage points to 50% in the third quarter of 2026, according...

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Editorial: In Praise of the Diplomatic Dance

The improved mood evident across Hungary following the Tisza government’s assumption of power appears to have extended well beyond the...

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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...

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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...

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Equilor: 2033 Earliest Date for Hungary to Adopt the Euro

Hungary could adopt the euro no earlier than 2033, according to a new assessment by Equilor Investment, which acknowledges improving...