447 result(s) for eu pressure
Zero-Cost Bank Accounts in Hungary to Make a Comeback
- 15 May 2026 7:23 AM
- finance
Hungary’s banking sector is undergoing one of its biggest transformations in years, and retail customers could stand to benefit most from the changes.
EC Sues Hungary Over Retail Tax Regime
- 4 May 2026 6:30 PM
- finance
The European Commission on Wednesday said it decided to refer Hungary to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) for failing to bring its retail tax regime in line with European Union rules.
Update: Frozen Funds for Hungary Soon to be Unlocked by EU, Says Magyar
- 4 May 2026 3:13 PM
- current affairs
European Union funds will soon be released to Hungary, Peter Magyar, the prime minister-elect, said after a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels on Wednesday.
Temu to Pay Fine & Compensation to Consumers in Hungary
- 29 Apr 2026 7:13 AM
- shopping
Whaleco Technology, the European operator of Chinese-owned online marketplace Temu, has cooperated in a probe launched by the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) and agreed to pay consumers at least HUF 882m in refunds, while ceasing practices to which the watchdog objected.
Base Rate Kept on Hold by National Bank of Hungary
- 29 Apr 2026 6:18 AM
- finance
The Monetary Council of the National Bank of Hungary (NBH) decided to leave the central bank base rate unchanged at 6.25pc at a monthly policy meeting on Tuesday.
Hungary Votes This Sunday: What Expats Should Know Ahead of April 12 Election
- 9 Apr 2026 3:55 PM
- current affairs
Hungary heads to the polls this Sunday, 12 April, in what is widely seen as one of the most consequential elections in the country’s post-communist history.
Watch: Who is Péter Magyar? What Does His Tisza Party Stand For? And Can Magyar Beat Orbán?
- 9 Apr 2026 9:32 AM
- current affairs
Magyar is the most visible new face on Hungary’s political stage — a former Fidesz insider who turned into a high-profile opposition leader almost overnight. He now accuses the government of nepotism, misusing EU funds, and using state media for propaganda, advocating for policies to combat corruption and restore democratic institutions.
Investigative Journalist Accused of Espionage in Hungary by Gov't Seeks Public Support
- 27 Mar 2026 8:58 AM
- current affairs
Investigative journalist Szabolcs Panyi has come under intense scrutiny after Hungary’s government filed a criminal complaint against him on suspicion of espionage, as announced by Gergely Gulyás at a recent government briefing.
Parking Puzzle in Budapest: Growing Pressure, Missing Strategy
- 25 Mar 2026 12:07 PM
- getting around
In recent years, the Budapest Municipality has prioritised the development of long-term plans and strategies in several areas of transport. However, urban road traffic has largely been left out. The road network plan amounts to little more than a single diagram, while a comprehensive parking strategy has yet to be produced, despite repeated requests and official responses acknowledging the issue.
Zero-Cost Bank Accounts in Hungary to Make a Comeback
- 15 May 2026 7:23 AM
- finance
Hungary’s banking sector is undergoing one of its biggest transformations in years, and retail customers could stand to benefit most from the changes.
EC Sues Hungary Over Retail Tax Regime
- 4 May 2026 6:30 PM
- finance
The European Commission on Wednesday said it decided to refer Hungary to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) for failing to bring its retail tax regime in line with European Union rules.
Update: Frozen Funds for Hungary Soon to be Unlocked by EU, Says Magyar
- 4 May 2026 3:13 PM
- current affairs
European Union funds will soon be released to Hungary, Peter Magyar, the prime minister-elect, said after a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels on Wednesday.
Temu to Pay Fine & Compensation to Consumers in Hungary
- 29 Apr 2026 7:13 AM
- shopping
Whaleco Technology, the European operator of Chinese-owned online marketplace Temu, has cooperated in a probe launched by the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) and agreed to pay consumers at least HUF 882m in refunds, while ceasing practices to which the watchdog objected.
Base Rate Kept on Hold by National Bank of Hungary
- 29 Apr 2026 6:18 AM
- finance
The Monetary Council of the National Bank of Hungary (NBH) decided to leave the central bank base rate unchanged at 6.25pc at a monthly policy meeting on Tuesday.
Hungary Votes This Sunday: What Expats Should Know Ahead of April 12 Election
- 9 Apr 2026 3:55 PM
- current affairs
Hungary heads to the polls this Sunday, 12 April, in what is widely seen as one of the most consequential elections in the country’s post-communist history.
Watch: Who is Péter Magyar? What Does His Tisza Party Stand For? And Can Magyar Beat Orbán?
- 9 Apr 2026 9:32 AM
- current affairs
Magyar is the most visible new face on Hungary’s political stage — a former Fidesz insider who turned into a high-profile opposition leader almost overnight. He now accuses the government of nepotism, misusing EU funds, and using state media for propaganda, advocating for policies to combat corruption and restore democratic institutions.
Investigative Journalist Accused of Espionage in Hungary by Gov't Seeks Public Support
- 27 Mar 2026 8:58 AM
- current affairs
Investigative journalist Szabolcs Panyi has come under intense scrutiny after Hungary’s government filed a criminal complaint against him on suspicion of espionage, as announced by Gergely Gulyás at a recent government briefing.
Parking Puzzle in Budapest: Growing Pressure, Missing Strategy
- 25 Mar 2026 12:07 PM
- getting around
In recent years, the Budapest Municipality has prioritised the development of long-term plans and strategies in several areas of transport. However, urban road traffic has largely been left out. The road network plan amounts to little more than a single diagram, while a comprehensive parking strategy has yet to be produced, despite repeated requests and official responses acknowledging the issue.