Archive

Latest news in Hungary - 31 Jan 2025

Latest news in Hungary - 31 Jan 2025

** Hungary GDP grows ** CPAC comes to Hungary ** Birth rate falls ** Disruption on M0 ** MÁV allows more remote work ** Zugló tram line uncertain **

EconomyEconomy
Duna Plaza closure and new shopping center in Zugló

Duna Plaza closure and new shopping center in Zugló

Duna Plaza, located in Budapest, is set to close in 2026 for renovations and expansions, with plans to reopen in 2028. This news was shared during the CBRE Hungary Market Outlook 2025 event, as reported by Portfolio.

EconomyEconomy
Hungary exits recession with 0.2% GDP growth

Hungary exits recession with 0.2% GDP growth

Hungary's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showed a slight increase by 0.2% at the end of 2024, signaling an exit from recession.

HealthHealth
Decline in births in Hungary in 2024

Decline in births in Hungary in 2024

In 2024, Hungary experienced an unprecedented decline in birth rates, with only 77,500 children born. This figure represents a decrease of 77,725 compared to the previous year, according to a quick report by the Central Statistical Office (KSH).

Latest news in Hungary - 30 Jan 2025

Latest news in Hungary - 30 Jan 2025

** Hungary’s first visit to ISS ** Bank fee alert ** Cold weather incoming ** Duna Plaza renovations ** Tax fraud exposed **

Latest news in Hungary - 29 Jan 2025

Latest news in Hungary - 29 Jan 2025

** Interest rate stays at 6.5% ** Rákosrendező debate heats up ** Charges against teacher in Borsod ** Romanian buyers keen for property in East Hungary ** Budapest tram disruption **

Latest news in Hungary - 28 Jan 2025

Latest news in Hungary - 28 Jan 2025

** Orbán visits UEA ** BKK expands security ** More Sziget stars announced ** Tisza Party threatens Rákosrendező protests ** Russian sanctions re-approved ** Alcohol sale restrictions in Újbuda **

CelebrityCelebrity
Emilia Clarke films in Budapest

Emilia Clarke films in Budapest

Emilia Clarke, known for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in "Game of Thrones," has arrived in Hungary to film a new project.

CelebrityCelebrity
Keanu Reeves' new film features real Boeing aircraft in Budapest

Keanu Reeves' new film features real Boeing aircraft in Budapest

Keanu Reeves and Kirsten Dunst are set to star in a new project directed by Swedish filmmaker Ruben Östlund. The film, titled "The Entertainment System Is Down," is currently in the pre-production stages in Budapest, where filming will take place.

EconomyEconomy
Hungarian National Bank keeps interest rate at 6.5%

Hungarian National Bank keeps interest rate at 6.5%

The Monetary Council of the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) has decided to maintain the base interest rate at 6.5%. This decision aligns with market expectations and was announced during a session on January 28, 2025.

Latest news in Hungary - 27 Jan 2025

Latest news in Hungary - 27 Jan 2025

** MÁV issues record fine ** Hungary US relationship improvements ** Ukrainian refugees talk life in Budapest ** Train disruption in Szeged ** Record warm weather **

PoliticsPolitics
New US Secretary of State promises to review 'retaliatory measures' to Hungary

New US Secretary of State promises to review 'retaliatory measures' to Hungary

On January 26, 2025, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced that he had a phone conversation with the newly appointed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

FirstBack
4567891011
Next Last