Indamedia-Ringier media merger faces Hungary probe after EU opinion
By Anna Ferrari ( May 5, 2026, 20:46 GMT | Insight) -- Indamedia’s acquisition of Ringier Hungary has come under investigation after the Hungarian competition authority opened a post-closing review, citing new information on the deal. The move follows criticism from the EU’s new media board and comes in a changed political context after Hungary’s elections.The Indamedia-Ringier media merger came under scrutiny on Tuesday, when the Hungarian competition authority announced a new competition supervision procedure after receiving new information (see here)....
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