Hungarian rental market strengthens in March
The Hungarian rental market became more active in March, with average rents rising by 1.6% month-on-month both nationwide and in Budapest, according to the latest KSH-ingatlan.com rent index data.
Adam
Economy
The Hungarian forint strengthened against major currencies
The Hungarian forint continued to strengthen on Tuesday morning against major currencies in international foreign exchange trading compared to Monday evening levels.
Debrecen leads provincial county seats in property prices
The development of Hungarian housing prices continues to show significant regional differences. While price growth in the capital appears to be slowing, some provincial cities are experiencing marked increases, reports piacesprofit.hu.
Hungarian average wages jumped in January 2026, due to one-time military benefits and family tax breaks
In January 2026, the gross average wage of full-time employees in Hungary was HUF 840,600, while the net average wage reached HUF 585,700. Compared to the same period last year, the gross average wage increased by 26.3%, the net average wage by 28.0%, and the real wage by 25.4%, according to the Hungarian Central Statistical […]
Strategic partnership between CATL and Rio Tinto to advance low-carbon technologies
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with mining company Rio Tinto to establish a strategic partnership focused on low-carbon development and cross-industry innovation.
Debrecen remains Hungary’s most expensive university city for rentals
According to the February rent index from KSH-ingatlan.com, national rental prices rose by 0.6% compared to the previous month, while rents in Budapest fell by 0.1%. This marks a significant slowdown compared to January, when nationwide rents increased by 1.6% and Budapest rents by 1.3%, the real estate portal informed MTI on Wednesday.
LEGO Group reports record revenue and profit in 2025
The LEGO Group achieved record revenue and profit in 2025, with revenue rising 12% to DKK 83.5 billion (approximately HUF 4,300 billion) and net profit increasing 21% to DKK 16.7 billion compared to 2024. Sales grew 16%, outpacing the overall toy market growth of 7%.
Fuel limits: More gas stations introduce restrictions in Hungary
Due to the Middle East crisis, fuel prices have risen noticeably in Hungary. According to a report by RTL, some domestic gas stations have already introduced quantity limits on refueling.
A House Made of Straw?
Sustainable construction is no longer just a buzzword—it has become an increasingly urgent economic and environmental challenge. The price of building materials continues to rise, while the sector’s ecological footprint remains significant. In this context, a material that has been with us for centuries is once again gaining attention: straw. What was once considered a […]
According to the Central Statistical Office, the average gross salary was 789,200 forints in December
In December 2025, the gross average salary of full-time employees in Hungary was HUF 789,200, while the net average salary reached HUF 548,900, the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH) reported on Friday.