According to the latest analysis by ingatlan.com, Hungary’s previously fast-moving housing market slowed noticeably in spring. The shift is reflected in longer selling times and a stronger negotiating position for buyers, the real estate portal said in a statement sent to MTI on Tuesday.

From Tuesday, retailers will pay 6 forints less per liter for petrol and 14 forints less for diesel (gross), according to holtankoljak.hu, which added that the gap between market prices and regulated prices is continuing to narrow.

In February 2026, the average gross earnings of full-time employees stood at 725,500 forints (€1,990), while average net earnings were 509,200 forints (€1,397), the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH) reported on Friday.

Hungary’s rental market gained momentum in March, with prices rising across most regions. However, in Debrecen, a different trend is emerging: while rents remain relatively high, growth has slowed and the market is showing signs of stabilization.

The Monetary Council of the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) unanimously decided to keep the base interest rate unchanged in March, according to minutes published on the central bank’s website on Wednesday.

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.

The Hungarian forint continued to strengthen on Tuesday morning against major currencies in international foreign exchange trading compared to Monday evening levels.

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.

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