
Hungary has finally agreed to the introduction of the global minimum tax in the EU. This will make major corporations with a worldwide yearly income over EUR 750 million pay corporate tax at 15%. While the Hungarian standard corporate tax can remain 9%, the implementation of the global minimum tax will affect all the relevant …
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FTX is one of the largest international platforms for crypto trading – at least it was until recently. After a scandal related to loans provided to Alameda research, FTX filed for bankruptcy early November 2022, which had far rippling effects throughout the cryptocurrency landscape. Read on to get a quick overview of the events. From …
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At the end of November 2022, an interest rate cap was introduced on Hungarian deposits above HUF 20 million in order to redirect investment toward government bonds. This is one of the measures in a balancing act of keeping HUF exchange rates relatively low. Since the new regulation does not affect foreign investment, it will …
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As the end of the year is creeping closer, it is worth starting to prepare for the new year. January is traditionally the season for the introduction of new tax regulations. Read on to find out about the expected changes to taxes in Hungary in 2023. Flat-rate taxation Starting from next year, the conditions for …
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Are you looking for long-term investment options in Hungary? Bank deposits, government securities, and stocks are among the most popular options. Whichever you choose, you will be required to pay taxes on your interests. Learn how you can decrease taxes, and what to watch out for when working with banks and brokerage companies. Investment as …
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How to make the most of your money is never an easy question. Especially under the current, unprecedented circumstances, among a pandemic, war, and increasing energy costs, it is increasingly difficult to make the right investment decisions. Read on to get an overview of the most prominent economic trends in Hungary in October 2022. Inflation …
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As the owner of a Hungarian company, you can use the profit of your company for yourself by taking dividends. Before you can do that, your company will always need a balance sheet, and in some cases, an audit as well. Read on to learn about the aspects to consider. Dividend in Hungary in a …
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KATA orphans and other new freelancers: this is your reminder that you are supposed to make a monthly declaration of your taxable income until the 12th of each month in Hungary. The relevant form, 2258, is now available online as well as in the software for submitting tax related data. Make sure to submit it …
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New opportunity to save on taxes in Hungary: If your Hungarian company does most of its business in foreign currencies, you can avoid exchange fees by paying your taxes directly in EUR or USD. The new rules apply to TAO and HIPA (the regular corporate tax and the local business tax), and will be relevant …
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