Friday, a preliminary report from the Hungarian statistical office showed that the trade balance showed a surplus of EUR141.1 million in September, reversing a deficit of EUR76.1 million August. Compared to the same month of the previous year, the balance deteriorated EUR102 million. Economists had expected a trade surplus of EUR150 million for September.
In euro terms, exports rose 9.2% year-on-year to EUR 6.724 billion, while imports climbed 11.3% to EUR6.582 billion.
During the period from January to September, the trade balance showed a surplus of EUR166 million. The value of exports was EUR55.929 billion, while that of imports was EUR55.763 billion. In euro terms, exports grew 10.7%, while imports rose 9.9%.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.