Szeged Residents Divided on Price Cap's Impact

Szeged Residents React to Price Cap on Essential Goods Szeged, Hungary – Two months after the implementation of a price cap on essential food and household items, residents of Szeged are sharing their experiences. The policy, aimed at easing the burden of inflation, has had varying effects on consumers. "I'm paying less," said one woman interviewed by Délmagyarország. "I waited for the prices to drop, and now I'm shopping." She described buying oil and sugar for baking as examples of items that are more affordable. Another woman interviewed had a more nuanced perspective. "Overall, it's good," she stated, "but it would be even better if it included fruits and vegetables." She expressed hope for future expansions of the price cap to encompass a wider range of goods. These diverse responses highlight the complex impact of the price cap on everyday life in Szeged. While some consumers are benefiting from lower prices, others are hoping for broader coverage of the policy.