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The macroeconomic sub‑index jumped 31 points to 17 points, with large firms at 32 points, medium‑sized companies at 15 points, and small firms at 12 points.
Companies expect 1.8% revenue growth over the next year, and among medium‑sized firms, every second business anticipates expansion while only 4 out of 100 expect a decline.
Confidence in the forint strengthened, with 37% of large firms expecting appreciation in the next six months.
K&H renewed HUF 447 billion in loans between January and May, issued HUF 200 bln in new loans, and holds HUF 100 bln in the Demján Sándor Program with a 15% market share.
Analysts forecast 3% inflation by year‑end, 2.2% average annual inflation, a 7% budget deficit, and a 3% primary‑balance shortfall for 2026.
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