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Business confidence edges up as consumer sentiment weakens

Economic research institute GKI's combined gauge of business and consumer confidence rose to 0.5 points in September from -0.6 points...

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Varga puts 2021 GDP growth at 7-7.5%

Finance Minister Mihaáy Varga said Hungary's GDP growth could reach 7-7.5% this year, addressing an annual meeting of economists in...

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Business, consumer confidence improves – Századvég

Business and consumer confidence improved in September compared to the previous month, a gauge of sentiment by economic researcher Századvég...

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BSE Leading by Example on Sustainability Reporting

The Budapest Stock Exchange (BSE) aims to promote “environmentally-friendly” finance through improving the sustainability reporting and environmental, social, and governance...

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Risk Premiums in Central Europe During Covid

Les Nemethy and François Lesegretain look into Risk Premiums in the Visegrád Four (V4) countries during the Covid Era....

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Editorial: September Brings Back Sunshine and the News

As regular readers of this column will recall, we close the printed paper (though not all of our operations) for...

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Századvég raises GDP forecast to 7.8%

Economic research institute Századvég said on Wednesday that it projects GDP growth of 7.8% this year, instead of the 6%...

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Pandemic reinforced existing divisions, research finds

Poland was described as a "polarized democracy", where the crisis strengthened the already existing divisions between social groups. The majority...

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PMI edges up to 55.9 in August

Hungary's seasonally-adjusted Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) reached 55.9 points in August, rising a fraction from 55.8 in July, the Hungarian...

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Business confidence improves, consumer sentiment weakens

Economic research institute GKI's combined gauge of business and consumer confidence edged up to -0.6 points in August from -1.1...

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Most Hungarians concerned about climate change

Concerns about climate change are strongly present in the lives of Hungarians, according to a national, representative survey by Sió-Eckes,...

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CEE’s booming real estate market leaving many behind

According to the European Union's statistics department, Eurostat, both house prices and rents have increased by varying degrees everywhere in...

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Czech economic confidence weakens in August

The Czech economic confidence decreased in August, survey results from the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO) showed on Tuesday....

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Slovenia consumer sentiment declines in August

Slovenia's consumer confidence indicator rose by 2 percentage points (pp) in August compared to the same month last year, the...

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CEOs in Romania plan to invest more in digital transformation

Digital transformation has climbed to first place among the priorities for chief executives in Romania, according to a report by...

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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...