Social transfers contribute to a low poverty rate in Hungary
The targeting of social transfers could be improved
Significant employment and pay gaps put women at a disadvantage
Only a minority of children under three have access to formal childcare
Income mobility across generations is low
Student achievements are closely related to their socio-economic background
Lower education spending contributes to lower education outcomes
The drop in GDP and hours worked during the pandemic was significant
The short-time work scheme had a low take-up rate during the first COVID wave
Employees in smaller firms and the lowest income deciles were more likely to work reduced hours and face monthly wage cuts during the pandemic
During the first pandemic wave, many workers lost unemployment benefits after 3 months or did not receive any