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Ombudsman aims to cancel levy on solar panels

The ombudsman for future generations said on Monday he would initiate an amendment to the law regulating environmental product fees...

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Environmental investments decline in Hungary

Hungarian companies spent HUF 127 bln on environmental investments in 2013, down from HUF 138 bln in 2012 and HUF...

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Forint could remain weak in the long term

The Hungarian forint is sliding to historcial lows and is expected to stay there for quite some time, Hungarian online...

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New road toll system may cost BKK billions

The recently introduced road toll system could cost the Centre for Budapest Transport (BKK) HUF 5-10 bln, according to calculations...

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Net lending of the household sector totals HUF 1.8 trillion

Net household financial savings or net lending of the household sector totaled HUF 1.8 trillion, which is the 6% of...

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5,000 protest against gov’t, new demo planned

More than 5,000 joined an anti-government demonstration organized by Facebook page “MostMi!” Friday in front of the Hungarian Opera House...

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Investment agency signs cooperation agreement with automotive industry association

Hungary's Grand Automotive Coalition, a professional association representing the interests of carmakers, dealers and mechanics, has signed a cooperation agreement...

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Magyar Posta inaugurates HUF 5.1 bln letter sorting line

Magyar Posta, Hungary's state-owned postal company inaugurated, a HUF 5.1 bln letter sorting line at its Budaörs base on the...

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GVH fines numismatic company for deceptive advertising

The Hungarian Competition Office (GVH) fined the Coin Art Institute Commerce and Services Company for HUF 10 mln due to...

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EY: GDP growth to slow down in 2015

EY (formerly Ernst and Young) expects the Hungarian GDP to grow 3.2% this year and continue to grow in the...

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MNB projects deficit on target for next year

National Bank of Hungary projects Hungary's general government deficit, calculated with European Union accounting rules, will reach the 2.4%-of-GDP government...

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Economy minister awards successful businesses

National Economy Minister Mihály Varga presented the Prize for Successful Business, a monthly acknowledgement, to three Hungarian companies at a...

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Lawyer: Drug test proposal not constitutional

The government plan to conduct mandatory drug tests of politicians and journalists would violate some sections of the Hungarian Constitution,...

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One child families to receive support

The Hungarian government is planning to spend HUF 4 bln in 2015 and HUF 9-10 bln in 2016 on a...

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Bringing Sand to the Beach

Many of us have fond childhood memories of visits to the beach and pleasant times spent there – whether sunbathing,...

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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...