Hungary’s consumer price index (CPI) slowed to 1.8% year-over-year in May 2026, down from 2.1% in April, according to data updated on 9 June 2026. The figures underscore a continuing disinflation trend, with price growth in May now well below typical central bank inflation targets seen in many economies.
Both the current and previous readings reflect year-over-year comparisons, measuring price changes in each month relative to the same month a year earlier. April’s 2.1% annual increase gave way to May’s further moderation, suggesting that inflationary pressures in Hungary continued to ease as the second quarter of 2026 progressed.
While detailed category breakdowns were not provided, the headline decline from April to May reinforces the picture of a cooling inflation environment. This softer CPI reading could factor into future monetary and fiscal policy considerations as authorities gauge the balance between supporting growth and maintaining price stability.
