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Convert Hungarian Forint to Malaysian Ringgit

Instantly convert Hungarian Forint (Ft) to Malaysian Ringgit (RM) with our free online calculator.

Reviewed by Christopher FloiedUpdated

Reference Table

Hungarian Forint (Ft)Malaysian Ringgit (RM)
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How to Convert Hungarian Forint to Malaysian Ringgit

Live Exchange Rate Conversion

Convert Hungarian Forint (Ft) to Malaysian Ringgit (RM) using live exchange rates updated hourly. The rate reflects the current mid-market price โ€” the most accurate reference for currency comparison.

Step-by-Step

  1. Open the FT to RM converter above.
  2. Enter the amount you want to convert in the FT (Hungarian Forint) input field.
  3. The converter fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly shows the equivalent value in RM (Malaysian Ringgit).
  4. Use the swap button to reverse the conversion direction if needed.

About Hungarian Forint (Ft)

The Hungarian Forint (HUF, ISO 4217 code 348, symbol Ft) is the official currency of Hungary, issued by Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB, est. 1924). Subdivided into 100 fillรฉr (no longer in circulation since 1999). Banknotes: 500 Ft, 1000 Ft, 2000 Ft, 5000 Ft, 10000 Ft, 20000 Ft (highest denomination); current series features Hungarian historical figures โ€” Ferenc II Rรกkรณczi, Istvรกn Szรฉchenyi, Ferenc Deรกk, Mรกtyรกs Kirรกly, Lajos Kossuth, Istvรกn Bocskai. Coins: 5 Ft, 10 Ft, 20 Ft, 50 Ft, 100 Ft, 200 Ft. Hungary joined the EU in 2004 with a commitment to eventually adopt the Euro, but has not done so โ€” Hungary has consistently failed to meet Eurozone convergence criteria, particularly the budget deficit and inflation rate thresholds. Under Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn (since 2010), Hungary has resisted EU pressure for Euro adoption. The MNB targets 3% CPI inflation ยฑ 1 percentage point. The forint experienced massive depreciation in 2022 (peak inflation 25.7% in January 2023 โ€” the highest in the EU at that time). Hungary is a major auto-manufacturing hub (Audi at Gyล‘r, Mercedes at Kecskemรฉt, BMW under construction at Debrecen, Suzuki at Esztergom, BYD planned 2025).

About Malaysian Ringgit (RM)

The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR, ISO 4217 code 458, symbol RM; historically 'Malaysian Dollar' until 1975) is the official currency of Malaysia, issued by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM, est. 1959). Subdivided into 100 sen. Banknotes: RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, RM100 (current series features King Tuanku Abdul Rahman portrait, traditional kites/wau, and Malaysian flora/fauna); coins: 5 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen, 50 sen (1 sen withdrawn from common circulation 2008). MYR was pegged to USD at RM3.80 per USD from September 1998 to July 2005 following the Asian Financial Crisis (Malaysia famously rejected IMF assistance and imposed capital controls under Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad). Since 2005 the ringgit floats against a basket. Malaysia is the world's 2nd-largest palm oil producer (after Indonesia), a major LNG exporter, and home to a significant Islamic-finance industry (the Kuala Lumpur stock exchange Bursa Malaysia and the Labuan IBFC offshore center). BNM targets price stability + sustainable economic growth.

Quick Facts

  • Hungarian Forint (FT) is a currency unit
  • Malaysian Ringgit (RM) is a currency unit
  • Exchange rates are updated hourly from live market data
  • Rates shown are mid-market (interbank) rates
  • This conversion is commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions
  • Use the swap button to convert RM back to FT

Understanding Hungarian Forint

The Hungarian Forint (symbol: Ft) is a unit of currency. The Hungarian Forint (HUF, ISO 4217 code 348, symbol Ft) is the official currency of Hungary, issued by Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB, est. 1924). Subdivided into 100 fillรฉr (no longer in circulation since 1999). Banknotes: 500 Ft, 1000 Ft, 2000 Ft, 5000 Ft, 10000 Ft, 20000 Ft (highest denomination); current series features Hungarian historical figures โ€” Ferenc II Rรกkรณczi, Istvรกn Szรฉchenyi, Ferenc Deรกk, Mรกtyรกs Kirรกly, Lajos Kossuth, Istvรกn Bocskai. Coins: 5 Ft, 10 Ft, 20 Ft, 50 Ft, 100 Ft, 200 Ft. Hungary joined the EU in 2004 with a commitment to eventually adopt the Euro, but has not done so โ€” Hungary has consistently failed to meet Eurozone convergence criteria, particularly the budget deficit and inflation rate thresholds. Under Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn (since 2010), Hungary has resisted EU pressure for Euro adoption. The MNB targets 3% CPI inflation ยฑ 1 percentage point. The forint experienced massive depreciation in 2022 (peak inflation 25.7% in January 2023 โ€” the highest in the EU at that time). Hungary is a major auto-manufacturing hub (Audi at Gyล‘r, Mercedes at Kecskemรฉt, BMW under construction at Debrecen, Suzuki at Esztergom, BYD planned 2025).

Hungarian Forint are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.

Understanding Malaysian Ringgit

The Malaysian Ringgit (symbol: RM) is a unit of currency. The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR, ISO 4217 code 458, symbol RM; historically 'Malaysian Dollar' until 1975) is the official currency of Malaysia, issued by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM, est. 1959). Subdivided into 100 sen. Banknotes: RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, RM100 (current series features King Tuanku Abdul Rahman portrait, traditional kites/wau, and Malaysian flora/fauna); coins: 5 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen, 50 sen (1 sen withdrawn from common circulation 2008). MYR was pegged to USD at RM3.80 per USD from September 1998 to July 2005 following the Asian Financial Crisis (Malaysia famously rejected IMF assistance and imposed capital controls under Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad). Since 2005 the ringgit floats against a basket. Malaysia is the world's 2nd-largest palm oil producer (after Indonesia), a major LNG exporter, and home to a significant Islamic-finance industry (the Kuala Lumpur stock exchange Bursa Malaysia and the Labuan IBFC offshore center). BNM targets price stability + sustainable economic growth.

Malaysian Ringgit are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.

Why Convert Hungarian Forint to Malaysian Ringgit?

When travelling abroad, shopping from international retailers, or managing cross-border business payments, converting between Hungarian Forint and Malaysian Ringgit is an everyday necessity. Freelancers invoicing international clients, investors monitoring foreign markets, and students comparing cost-of-living data all benefit from instant, accurate currency conversion with live exchange rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Hungarian Forint to Malaysian Ringgit?

Enter any FT amount in the converter above. It automatically fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly calculates the equivalent RM value. No manual calculation is needed.

How often is the FT/RM exchange rate updated?

MegaCalc updates currency exchange rates hourly from live market data. The rate displayed reflects the current mid-market rate at the time of conversion.

What is the mid-market FT/RM exchange rate?

The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on the global foreign exchange market. It is the most accurate reference rate for comparing currencies. Banks and exchange services add a spread on top of this rate, so the rate you receive at a bank or airport will differ slightly.

Can I convert RM back to FT?

Yes. Use the swap button on the converter to reverse the conversion direction and calculate RM to FT instantly at the current exchange rate.

Why do I need to convert Hungarian Forint to Malaysian Ringgit?

FT to RM conversions are needed for international travel, online shopping from foreign retailers, cross-border business payments, and comparing prices or costs across countries. Investors and freelancers working with multiple currencies also rely on accurate exchange rate data for financial planning.

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