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Editorial: Something to Raise a Glass To

Finally, there is good economic news to acknowledge, although now may not yet be the time to crack open the...

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Slovenia Consumer Confidence Slightly Improves in November

Slovenia's consumer confidence indicator improved by 1 percentage point (p.p.) on a monthly comparison basis in November, after remaining unchanged...

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Higher Sales Boost Rába Profit

Hungarian automotive industry company Raba had after-tax profit of HUF 1.7 billion in Q1-Q3, improving from a HUF 0.8 bln...

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Icon Real Estate Management Expanding Portfolio

Icon Real Estate Management is expanding its client portfolio and number of properties under management, according to a press release...

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Orbán Congratulates Wilders on Dutch Election Victory

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán congratulated right-wing party leader Geert Wilders on his election victory in the Netherlands by phone late...

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Property Developers Augur ‘Rebound’ in 2025

Hungary's investment property market could start to recover next year and "rebound" in 2025-2026, the head of the Property Developers...

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Women in Hungarian Agriculture Say Barriers to Equality Persist

The results of a study by international agricultural company Corteva Agriscience demonstrate that further actions are needed to overcome gender...

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Chamber of Commerce Corner, November 3, 2023

This regular section of the Budapest Business Journal features news and events from various international business chambers. For further information...

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State of the Race for Lightning-fast Internet

The European Commission is looking to boost the digitalization of EU member states with its Digital Decade 2030 strategy. A...

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Impending Regulatory Skyline: Mega-constellations and the Digital Divide

Eliminating the digital divide and providing broadband access to everyone is one of today’s priorities, especially in the most powerful...

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Ministry Support for Cultural Festivals Increases to HUF 800 mln

The Ministry of Culture and Innovation has increased support for cultural festivals in 2024 to HUF 800 million, according to...

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EC Forecasts 0.7% Economic Contraction in Hungary for 2023

The European Commission said Hungary's GDP was likely to fall 0.7% this year in its fall economic forecast released on...

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German Companies in Hungary Wary of Economic Challenges – DUIHK Survey

Global economic processes and risks, as well as domestic general framework conditions, pose significant challenges for the member companies of...

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Hungary GDP Down 0.3% y.o.y. in Q3 2023

Hungary’s gross domestic product decreased by 0.4% according to raw data and by 0.3% according to seasonally and calendar-adjusted and...

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Alteo Earnings Flat in Q1-Q3

After-tax profit of listed alternative energy company Alteo edged up 1% year-on-year to HUF 11.3 billion in Q1-Q3, an earnings...

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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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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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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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...