Hungary
Growth outlook for 2017 improves in Central Europe
Stronger-than-expected first-quarter GDP data suggest Central Europe will grow faster in 2017 than in 2016
Eastern EuropeKoruna is likeliest in Central Europe to rise further
Zloty is spearheading a rally in Central Europe’s currencies
Eastern EuropeProspects for the EU to end-2017
In the wake of populist defeats and a show of unity in response to Brexit, the EU is experiencing a comeback of sorts
EUFidesz looks set to win another Hungarian election
Fidesz’s pre-eminence is unquestioned as Hungary braces itself for a tough year of electioneering
HungaryDisorderly Central European asset sell-off is unlikely
Reflation trade takes hold in Central Europe as ECB exit from QE nears
Eastern EuropeHungarian Fidesz illiberalism will defy EU criticism
Fidesz says its stance and policies express the will of the Hungarian people
HungaryEU reserve forces will focus on supporting roles
Reserve forces across the continent have shrunk and narrowed their focus since the Cold War
EUCentral-East European business model will slow growth
Oligarchic businessmen are less entrenched than in CIS, but are expanding hand in glove with authoritarian politics
Eastern Europe