Hungary Interest Rate
5.8%▼ −0.5 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Hungary's policy rate stood at 5.75% in July 2026, down from 6.25% in June. The rate remains far below its all-time high of 28% recorded in January 1996 and above the all-time low of 0.6% from May 2021. Monthly data extend back to January 1987.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.8% | 6.3% | 28.0%Jan 1996 | 0.6%May 2021 | 1987 – 2026 | Monthly |
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| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exchange Rate | 314.43 per USD | 307.21 per USD | 426.10 per USD | 31.79 per USD | Jul 2026 | Monthly |
| Inflation Rate | 1.2% | 1.7% | 38.6% | -1.5% | Jul 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Interest Rate in Hungary averaged 10.3% from 1987 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 28.0% in Jan 1996 and a record low of 0.6% in May 2021. The series is reported monthly with history from 1987.
The indicator measures the policy/benchmark interest rate in Hungary, expressed as a percentage. It is reported monthly, and the series begins in January 1987. The rate reflects the central bank's benchmark level over the full historical span.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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