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Hungary to trial digital education with 20,000 tablets

The Hungarian government has announced a public procurement tender for purchasing 20,000 tablet computers that will be used for an...

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Canada expresses ‘serious’ concerns about ‘lex CEU’ amendment

Canada is “seriously concerned” by the Hungarian Parliament’s recently passed legislation on higher education, which it says may “endanger academic...

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Fiscal Council clears 2018 budget bill

The Fiscal Council in a document released late Thursday said it "has no fundamental objections concerning the enforceability and the...

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KPMG Hungary names new communications chief

Gabriella Liptay has been appointed marketing and communication director of KPMG Hungary, taking effect April 18, according to a press...

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EC launches infringement procedure against Hungary over education law amendments

The European Commission said Wednesday it has launched an infringement procedure against Hungary over amendments to the higher education law...

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Electricity consumption edges up in Q1

Gross electricity consumption in Hungary increased 3% to 11.76 TWh in the first quarter from the corresponding period a year...

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GKI Budapest property index slips, nationwide index unchanged

GKIʼs Budapest property index, a quarterly gauge of supply and demand as well as expectations of market players, slipped more...

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MNB licenses Central NOK to organise building societies

The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) has classified Central NOK Szervező as a "trustworthy organizer" and has licensed it to...

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Hungarian movie to compete for Palme dʼOr in Cannes

"Jupiter’s Moon," the latest movie of Hungarian director Kornél Mundruczó, has been invited to take part in the main competition...

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Linguist Noam Chomsky asked Áder not to sign ‘lex CEU’

World-renowned linguist Noam Chomsky sent a letter to Hungary’s President János Áder, dated April 10, asking him not to sign...

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Unmoved by pressure, President Áder signs ‘lex CEU’

President of the Republic János Áder finally signed the so-called “lex CEU” amendment on higher education a few hours before...

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Tens of thousands protest against ‘lex CEU’ in Budapest

A huge crowd gathered in the heart of Budapest on Sunday to protest against the Hungarian government’s fast-tracked amendment to...

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Gov’t spokesman regrets ‘Soros’ lies’ deceive Germany

The Hungarian government “notes with regret” that the “lies” of George Soros have “proved capable of deceiving the German government,”...

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Gov’t rejects Freedom House report as work of Soros

Reacting to a report published today by Freedom House claiming that democracy is deteriorating in Hungary, governing party Fidesz said...

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Hungaryʼs PMI falls to 56.0 in March

Hungaryʼs seasonally adjusted Purchasing Managersʼ Index (PMI) fell to 56.0 points in March, down from 59.4 in February, the Hungarian...

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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...