Hungary’s central bank has issued a fine to MOL Group for failing to promptly inform the market about damage to the Druzhba pipeline and subsequent supply disruptions. The penalty stems from MOL’s delayed disclosure of the incident, which impacted oil transit. Authorities assert this lack of transparency potentially misled investors. The central bank emphasized the importance of timely and accurate information dissemination regarding significant infrastructure events. The extent of the fine was not immediately disclosed, but the action signals a commitment to market oversight. MOL has yet to publicly comment on the penalty. The Druzhba pipeline is a key artery for Russian oil exports to Europe.