FX.co ★ Hungary’s Gross Wages Surge 26.3% in January, Marking Sharp Acceleration Year-on-Year

Hungary recorded a sharp acceleration in gross wage growth at the start of 2026, with year-on-year gross wages jumping 26.3% in January 2026. This compares with an 8.5% annual increase registered in December 2025, highlighting a significant step-up in wage momentum.

The data, updated on 31 March 2026, reflect a year-over-year comparison, measuring how wages in January 2026 changed relative to January 2025. Similarly, the previous figure for December 2025 showed the change versus December 2024. The sizable divergence between the December and January readings underscores a notable shift in wage dynamics as Hungary entered the new year.