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Farm, food industry confidence improves slightly in Q2

Takarékbank's gauge of sentiment in the farm and food sectors edged up in the second quarter, as poultry and crop...

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Czech economic confidence weakens in July

The Czech economic confidence decreased in July, survey results from the Prague-based Czech Statistical Office (CZSO) showed on Monday....

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Business confidence improves as consumer sentiment worsens

Economic research institute GKI's combined gauge of consumer and business sentiment rose to -1.1 points in July from -2.2 in...

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Slovenia’s consumer sentiment declines in July

Slovenia's consumer confidence indicator decreased by a monthly 1%age point (pp) in July, after rising by 1 pp in the...

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Stepping Beyond Hungary’s Borders

Much of what we write focuses on foreign-owned multinational firms; the investments they make, the jobs they create, the contributions...

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Almost half of Hungarians get fringe benefits, survey shows

About 46% of employed Hungarians regularly get non-wage compensation, according to an online survey conducted by voucher company Magyar Utalvány....

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Used car prices on the rise

Growing demand and the rising cost of aftermarket supplies have driven up domestic used car prices significantly, according to market...

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Most SMEs expect milder 4th wave of pandemic – K&H survey

Some 76% of micro-, small and medium-sized businesses expect a milder wave of the pandemic in the remaining part of...

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Hungarian companies spend little on digitalization

Around two-thirds of Hungarian companies consider themselves "more innovative than average", but only about one-fifth have an innovation strategy, and...

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Fuel prices at record heights

Wednesday's price hike brought gasoline prices in Hungary to an all-time high, according to a report by Index.hu....

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Hungary’s economy could recover to pre-pandemic level in 2021 – Varga

While the European Commission forecasts that the economic performance of EU member states may return to their pre-pandemic level by...

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The Inflationary Impact on Developed and Emerging Markets

Les Nemethy and François Lesegretain investigate past and current differences in inflation rates between emerging markets (EMs) and developed markets...

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EC raises Hungary 2021 GDP growth forecast to 6.3%

The European Commission projects Hungary's GDP will climb 6.3% this year in a summer economic forecast published on Wednesday....

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Slovakia economic sentiment increases in June

Slovakia's economic sentiment increased in June, the Bratislava-based Slovak Statistical Office (SÚSR) said in a report....

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PMI climbs to 54.7 in June

Hungary's seasonally-adjusted Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) rose to 54.7 points in June from 53.1 in May, advancing further past 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...