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Hungary's Budget Deficit Hits 70% of Annual Goal

5/13/2025

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Hungary's budget deficit soared to HUF 2,930.5 billion by April, hitting 70% of its annual goal. The central budget faced a staggering HUF 2,851.5 billion shortfall, with social security funds also struggling at HUF 123 billion. Despite a 10.9% rise in revenue, soaring interest payments on maturing government securities cast a shadow over the financial landscape.

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Hungary's budget deficit soared to HUF 2,930.5 billion by April, hitting 70% of its annual goal. The central budget faced a staggering HUF 2,851.5 billion shortfall, with social security funds also struggling at HUF 123 billion. Despite a 10.9% rise in revenue, soaring interest payments on maturing government securities cast a shadow over the financial landscape.