DRFG Investment Group has completed its first commercial property acquisition in Hungary by purchasing the Bartók Ház office building from CA Immo. Located in central Budapest, the property offers more than 17,600 sqm of leasable space. The transaction is part of the group's strategy to expand its real estate portfolio across Central and Eastern Europe.

Two hotel developments by Wing, the Ibis & Tribe Budapest Stadium Hotel and the Tribe Budapest Airport Hotel, have obtained BREEAM certification. The dual-branded Stadium Hotel is the first hotel in Hungary to achieve the highest rating, the BREEAM In-Use "Outstanding" category, joining only four hotels worldwide that hold this top-level sustainability certification.

Forestay Group and its financial partner Recorde Asset Management have signed an agreement with Marriott International to open a dual-branded hotel development in Budapest, featuring a Moxy Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott under one roof.

Panattoni Hungary is launching a new investment in Mosonmagyaróvár with the construction of a 27,000 sqm logistics centre.

The first half of 2025 has confirmed a strong return of investor activity in Central and Eastern Europe. The Czech Republic, with the most remarkable performance, is emerging as the regional leader, ahead of even Poland, according to the latest iO Partners report.

Romania stands out in the European fiscal landscape with property taxation levels significantly lower than the EU average, according to an analysis by Cushman & Wakefield Echinox based on Eurostat data. This position has enhanced the attractiveness of the local real estate market and established a favorable tax framework for owners and investors.

CBRE Hungary is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its Chinese Client Advisory Desk, a service established to support Chinese companies investing and expanding in Hungary. 

BYD Electric Bus & Truck Hungary has signed a lease agreement with CTP Hungary and took possession of a 5,000 sqm industrial hall at CTPark Komárom in the first half of the year. The modern facility supports the company's green vehicle operations.

The 48-room Leon Hotel & Lounge has opened near the Buda side of Chain Bridge, according to Market Építő, the project's contractor.

Demand in Hungary's new-build housing market temporarily returned to normal following a boom at the end of last year and the beginning of this year. However, from August, purchases may pick up again due to the maturity of a government bond and the state-subsidised Home Start loan program. Instead of the 1,000 apartments initially announced at the beginning of the year, Cordia will launch sales of nearly 1,500 homes in 2025, amid high buyer interest.