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Companies Unprepared for Cyberattack

According to a regional survey, managers of Hungarian companies are not sufficiently prepared for a possible cyber attack: only 17%...

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The Cure for High Prices is… High Prices

Prices are essential economic signals, notes our corporate finance columnist Les Nemethy. High prices, whether for energy, foodstuffs, or whatever,...

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PwC: Employees Want Financial Security and Stability

Although base salary remains the most critical factor, growing insecurity has changed job preferences: career prospects and overtime pay have...

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Fighting Inflation on Black Friday, Whenever it Falls

In recent times, Black Friday has become the biggest sales event, generating the highest revenues of the year. In the...

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A Record-breaking Fall, but not in a Good Way

The inflation rate is above 20% for the first time in 25 years, and there was negative GDP growth on...

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SSCs Evolve Alongside Hungary’s Economy

No one should doubt the importance of the shared service center to the Hungarian economy. In its way, the evolution...

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Hungarian Economy Facing ‘Perfect Storm,’ Says Oxford Economics

A "perfect storm of shocks is hitting the Hungarian economy," and the "risks of a more severe scenario are rising,"...

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Production Starts at Mercedes-Benz Press Plant in Hungary

German carmaker Mercedes-Benz has started production at a 23,000 sqm press plant in Kecskemét (82 km southeast of Budapest), Mercedes-Benz...

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OECD Raises Hungary 2022 GDP Growth Forecast to 6%

OECD raised its forecast for Hungary's GDP growth this year to 6% in its biannual Economic Outlook published on Tuesday,...

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Entrepreneurs Preparing for Difficulties of 2023

Entrepreneurs are preparing for the difficulties of 2023 by cutting costs and raising prices, but 25% of companies would "escape...

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Digitalization of the Hungarian Tax System Progressing Unhindered

In the past decade or so, the Hungarian tax system has undergone a massive change. A critical aspect of this...

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Lenders’ Sentiment Declines With Worsening Macro Outlooks

The sentiment of Hungarian banks has deteriorated amid worsening macroeconomic outlooks for both the local and external economies, state news...

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Share of Young People Unsure About Moving Away From Home Rises

The proportion of young people aged 19-29 currently living with their parents who are unsure when they will be able...

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Eurozone Inflation Slows in October

Euro area inflation accelerated further in October, albeit at a slightly slower than initially estimated pace, final data from Eurostat...

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CSR Spending Stagnating Among Hungarian Companies

The majority of large Hungarian companies will spend the same or more on corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities in the...

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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...