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Revolut market entry and Hungarian banking competition

Overview

Following its acquisition of a Hungarian banking licence and the commencement of operations under the supervision of the Hungarian National Bank, fintech provider Revolut implemented restrictions on a large number of Hungarian users. These measures prevented customers from adding or withdrawing funds. Revolut stated these actions were “necessary to protect the integrity of the financial system” due to “suspicious activity” and regulatory obligations.

In response to Revolut’s market entry, domestic Hungarian banks have intensified competition to attract customers. Major financial institutions have begun offering zero-fee monthly account management packages and significant cash incentives, sometimes exceeding 100,000 HUF, to encourage new account openings and customer switching.

Entities

Revolut · BiztosDöntés.hu · Gábor · Hungarian National Bank · Revolut Ltd

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Hungarian banks intensify competition following Revolut's market entry

    Hungarian banks are increasing competition through zero-fee account packages and cash incentives to counter the market entry of fintech firm Revolut.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Revolut blocks access to accounts of Hungarian customers

    Revolut has locked many Hungarian users’ accounts after gaining a local licence, citing regulatory duties and suspected illicit activity; customers report weeks‑long loss of access and have complained to the H​

Sources

blikk.hu · privatbankar.hu