Slovakia’s government is under increasing pressure from businesses and financial markets, including warnings from Moody’s, to implement further austerity measures. Despite this, the governing coalition maintains it is reluctant to cut social benefits with elections approaching next year. Finance Minister Saková declined to rule out potential tax increases over the weekend, fueling speculation about the country’s fiscal future. The Hlas party, a member of the coalition, has indicated the possibility of a fourth consolidation package. This suggests further economic adjustments may be on the horizon, despite political sensitivities. The situation highlights a tension between economic demands and electoral considerations for the current administration. The potential for further tax increases remains a key point of contention.