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IMF considers Hungarian response to crisis ‘appropriately strong’

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) considers the Hungarian authorities' policy responses to the crisis caused by...

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GKI raises 2021 GDP growth forecast to 7%

Economic research institute GKI raised its projection for this year's GDP growth to 7% in a forecast released on Wednesday...

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1/3 of telecommuters expect to continue WFH

Almost one-third of telecommuters in the business sector in Hungary (or around 650,000 people) are expected to continue working from...

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Some 40% of Poles plan to work after retirement – study

A survey by UCE Research showed that 37.7% of respondents want to continue working after retirement, whereas 30.3% are not...

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EBRD raises Hungary GDP growth forecast

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) raised its forecast for Hungary's GDP growth this year to 5.5% in...

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Századvég raises GDP growth forecast to near 6%

Economic research institute Századvég said on Monday that it expects GDP growth to be close to 6% this year, instead...

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Czech economic confidence strengthens in June

The Czech economic confidence increased in June, survey results from the Prague-based Czech Statistical Office (CZSO) showed....

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Is Current Inflation Temporary? Today’s Most Consequential Economic Debate

In his latest corporate finance column, Les Nemethy examines the use of the word “temporary” by U.S. Government officials, market...

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In Praise of Meeting in Person

Monday, June 14, was an important date for us, for it marked our first in-person event since the start of...

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COVID changes workplace preferences of office workers

According to a new survey by Skanska, nowadays nearly half of office workers in CEE countries go to the office...

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Poland: Businesses blocked by unpaid invoices, survey shows

As many as 60% of Polish companies in the pandemic complain that their contractors do not pay on time, the...

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Climate change hurts economy, but creates new business opportunities

Dynamically progressing climate change causes not only weather anomalies but also affects the global economic situation, According to the Atradius...

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Consumer price levels below EU avg in 2020

In 2020, price levels for consumer goods and services in Hungary were well below the EU average, according to data...

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Job ads in hospitality, tourism sector grow drastically

The number of job vacancies advertised in the domestic hospitality and tourism sector more than tripled in April compared to...

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Business confidence falls slightly in June

Business confidence edged lower in June after returning to pre-crisis levels in the previous month, a gauge of sentiment 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...