John Woods
Hungarian forint breaks currency exchange level, additional weakening on the horizon
An exchange rate level above 410/EUR is imaginable due to the external threats and the struggle of the Hungarian economy without EU funds or because of Trump's possible victory.
#hungarianeconomy #hungarianforint #forint
Trump’s triumph could mean PM Orbán’s defeat and a government change in 2026
PM Orbán hopes Trump will end the war in Ukraine and lower US and EU pressure on Hungary; however, he may lose the 2026 elections because of Trump.
#donaldtrump #viktororban #2026elections #hungarianeconomy
Shocking: Budapest is one of the poorest Central European capitals
Among the capitals of the post-Communist Central and Eastern Europen region, Budapest is the second poorest, following Zagreb. Meanwhile, Bucharest developed a lot. Why are the residents of Budapest considered poor?
#budapest #budapestpurchasepower #budapesteconomy #wage
Significant shift in Hungary’s weather: first snow on the horizon
Hungary has enjoyed an extended Indian summer this year, but a shift in weather is expected next Tuesday, bringing with it the possibility of the first snow.
#weather #weatherforecast #snow #koszegimountains
Significant change in Budapest’s public transport from 2025: security increases
BKK will set up an independent law enforcement body that can guarantee a higher level of safety and security on their public transport vehicles. Read more about it in our article below.
#bkk #bkkbudapest #budapesttravel #budapestsafety
Budapest’s magical Lumina Park opened; Gödöllő’s astonishing light park to open soon – PHOTO GALLERIES, VIDEOS
Budapest’s enchanting Lumina Park has already opened, and Gödöllő’s impressive Light Park, located 30 kilometres from Budapest, is set to open tomorrow. Check out some photos and videos of the wondrous attractions.
#budapest #luminapark #godollo #royalpalacegodollo
PM Orbán dissatisfied with pro-government media: Here’s how he plans to win in 2026
Pro-government media is undoubtedly one of the most powerful tools of PM Orbán's administration. However, Orbán remains dissatisfied with their performance and demands significant changes. Can he win in 2026 though?
#orban #orbangovernment #media #fidesz #tiszaparty
New decree: A wider, greener, and more comfortable high-speed road to connect Budapest Airport with the city
Some are calling for a direct train connection between Budapest and its airport, yet the government has opted instead to upgrade the one-lane high-speed road linking Hungary's main airport hub to the city. Here’s when you may be able to travel on the upgraded road at the earliest.
#budapest #budapestairport #budapesttravel #traffic
After historic lows, Hungary’s forint faces possible further decline with today’s S&P credit rating – UPDATED
Hungary's national currency is struggling and is highly volatile in response to external shocks. It appears though that a Harris administration could help strengthen it. However, the Orbán cabinet is placing all its bets on Trump. Will the forint's future be bleak?
#forint #hungarianeconomy #trump #harris #orbancabinet #s&p
NATO, EU diplomats boycott Budapest mayor’s “Peace Tree” planting since Karácsony invited Russian, Belarusian ambassadors
Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony invited the ambassadors of Russia and Belarus to the planting of the "Tree of Peace" on Margaret Island. EU and NATO ambassadors were outraged and decided to boycott the event; however, one of the strongest NATO members still attended it.
#gergelykaracsony #budapest #diplomacy #russia #belarus