Péter Halmosi

Péter Halmosi serves as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Finance and International Economic Relations within the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration at the University of Szeged, Hungary. He has held this position since September 1, 2010, following his appointment as Assistant Professor in 2006 after completing his PhD in Economics in 2008.

His academic credentials include:

• Master of Science in Economics, European Integration, University of Szeged (2001)
• PhD in Economics, University of Szeged (2008) with dissertation titled 'Property and financial risks of local governments in Hungary'

Dr. Halmosi's research focuses on critical aspects of public finance with particular emphasis on local government economics and finance. His scholarly work examines international perspectives on pension systems and tax structures, providing valuable insights into comparative economic policy. Through extensive publications, he has established expertise in municipal finance, analyzing risks, borrowing practices, and reform needs within local government sectors, particularly in Hungary and other European countries.

His publication record reveals consistent patterns in public finance research, with particular focus on local government financial management during economic crises. His work spans comparative analyses of tax systems across developed nations, examination of pension systems in aging societies, and investigation of mortgage markets in transatlantic contexts. A recurring theme in his research is the financial vulnerability of local governments and the policy responses needed to address these challenges.

Dr. Halmosi is an elected member of the Committee for International and Development Economics of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences since 2008, reflecting his standing in the academic community.

As an educator, Dr. Halmosi teaches a comprehensive range of courses including State Finance, Fiscal Policy, International Finance, and specialized courses on Local Government Finance and Economics. His teaching portfolio demonstrates expertise across multiple dimensions of public finance and economic policy, with reception hours held on Mondays from 11:30 to 12:00.