Famous Hungarian Economists

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Nicholas Kaldor
(Economist, Politician, University teacher)
Nicholas Kaldor
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Birthdate: May 12, 1908
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Budapest
Died: September 30, 1986

Renowned Cambridge economist Nicholas Kaldor was one of the key figures in the post-Keynesian era of economics. He is best remembered for his contribution to the endogenous business cycle theory and the Cambridge version of the growth theory. He is also credited with coining the term convenience yield.

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István Tisza
(Politician)
István Tisza
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Birthdate: April 22, 1861
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Pest, Budapest, Hungary
Died: October 31, 1918

Not only did István Tisza serve as the Hungarian prime minister, but he also supported the Austro-Hungarian dualist government. A qualified lawyer, he also had doctorate degrees in economics and political science and also dealt with macroeconomic issues. His father, Kálmán Tisza, too, had been the prime minister of Hungary.

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Gordon Bajnai
(Prime Minister of Hungary from 2009 to 2010)
Gordon Bajnai
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Birthdate: March 5, 1968
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Szeged, Hungary

A seasoned Hungarian economist, Gordon Bajnai has not just led his country as its prime minister but has also been associated with various investment and equity companies, such as CA IB Securities, the Wallis Group, Campbell Lutyens, and Meridiam. He is also a skilled soccer player.

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