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Ferenc Gyurcsány is a Hungarian entrepreneur and retired politician. He served as Prime Minister of Hungary from 2004 to 2009. Before becoming Prime Minister, he was the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports between 2003 and 2004. He is a controversial figure in Hungarian politics due to his role in a major political scandal.

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Career Timeline

2003C$1M

Minister of Youth Affairs

Gyurcsány becomes Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports. His net worth starts at a lower level before political scandals.

2004B$3M+$2M

Becomes Prime Minister

Gyurcsány assumes the role of Prime Minister of Hungary, increasing his political power and financial standing. His net worth increases.

2006C$8M+$5M

Leaked Audio Scandal

A leaked audio recording of Gyurcsány admitting to lying about the economy triggers widespread protests. Despite the crisis, his net worth continues to rise temporarily.

2009C$7M-$1M

Resigns as Prime Minister

Gyurcsány resigns due to the political scandal, leading to a period of instability. His net worth sees a slight decrease.

2026C$10M+$3M

Remains Active Politically

Gyurcsány remains active in Hungarian politics and business, retaining a significant level of wealth. He is at $10M.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026