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Taking language learning online has pros and cons

The pandemic forced language learners, just like most of us, to stay at home and continue to study via online...

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The B2 Language Exam Requirement That (Mostly) Won’t go Away

The B2-level language exam is the most popular state-accredited exam taken in Hungary, and for good reason. According to the...

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Coronavirus Ravages Language Education Sector

In terms of foreign language skills, Hungary scores badly. While many individuals boast excellent linguistic prowess, in the latest EU...

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Czech economic sentiment improves in February

The Czech economic confidence improved in February, survey results from the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO) showed on Wednesday....

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Most teleworkers want to work from home post-COVID

Most Hungarians working from home because of the pandemic want to continue the practice after the crisis, too, a survey...

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Europe perceived as region of greatest opportunities for companies

As many as 39% of corporate managers around the world see Europe as the region that will provide the greatest...

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Poland: Fewer people declare they cannot make ends meet

There were fewer people declaring that they have problems making ends meet in December 2020 than a year before, according...

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Oil sector facing consolidation, turn towards renewable energy: analysts

After a year of low oil prices and low demand, which have resulted in losses for most of the key...

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Business confidence edges lower

Economic research institute GKI's gauge of business confidence fell to -11.5 points in February from -10.1 points in the previous...

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Slovenia’s consumer sentiment improves on month in February

Slovenia's consumer confidence indicator improved by a monthly 8 percentage points (pp) in February, after rising by 1 pp in...

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GameStop and Silver: Failure in Exit Strategy

The events of the past month have created something of a paradigm shift in financial markets. Les Nemethy looks at...

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Yearend Industrial Data Below Expectations

Industrial production in the last month of 2020 proved a negative surprise; however, analysts still expect notable expansion this year,...

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Lockdown temporarily changes habits in savings management

The lockdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic changed people's saving behavior - more funds were diverted into stocks and mutual...

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Business sentiment improves, chamber survey shows

The business confidence index of the Economic Research Institute (GVI) of the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK) rose...

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Consumer confidence worsens slightly in February – GKI

Economic research institute GKI's gauge of consumer confidence fell to -34.9 points in February from -33.8 points in the previous...

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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...