György Matolcsy, the former governor of Hungary’s National Bank (MNB), received a substantial severance package totaling over HUF 170.8 million (approximately EUR half a million) upon leaving his position. The majority of this payout was attributed to compensation for accrued, unused annual leave. Details of the payment emerged following his departure from the central bank. The significant sum has drawn attention to executive compensation practices within the MNB. It is unclear whether this payout is standard practice for departing MNB governors or if it represents an exceptional case. Further details regarding the specifics of Matolcsy’s departure and the calculation of the payout are available through the provided source. The payment underscores the financial implications associated with high-level positions in Hungary’s financial sector.