43 result(s) for fines in Shopping
Insider's Guide: Best 7 +1 Places for Top Shopping in Budapest
- 10 Dec 2025 8:57 AM
- shopping
Budapest offers a shopping scene as diverse as the city itself, blending historic markets, independent boutiques, streets filled with international brands, and a 'smart mall'. This guide highlights the key places to shop in the capital, from local favourites to places that best suit expats, helping you discover where to go, what to expect, and why each destination stands out.
More Affordable Shopping in Hungary as Markup Caps Continue
- 1 Dec 2025 4:25 PM
- shopping
An extension of a mandatory caps on a range of food and non-food products until February 28, 2026 has come into effect on Monday.
Top 5 Farmers' Markets in Hungary
- 30 Jun 2025 11:32 AM
- shopping
For expats craving a taste of authentic Hungarian produce and a break from city life, Hungary’s farmers’ markets are a must-visit. Picture yourself strolling through stalls overflowing with fresh veggies, artisanal cheeses, and quirky local treats, all while soaking up the lively buzz of locals chatting and laughing.
Prices of 70 Products Increased Following New Supermarket Profit Cap on Food Staples
- 26 Mar 2025 5:57 AM
- shopping
A government-mandated cap on markups for some staples has reduced prices of the affected food products by 17.7pc on average, Robert Zsigo, a state secretary at the Culture and Innovation Ministry, told public media.
Updated: Gov't Could Add More Products to Price-Monitoring Platform
- 24 Jan 2025 8:42 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
The government is weighing the addition of more products to an online platform that monitors the prices of a broad range of food at Hungary's biggest supermarket chains, the National Economy Ministry said.
Budapest’s Advent Fair at Basilica Named “Best Christmas Market of All Time” by EBD
- 5 Dec 2024 7:26 AM
- shopping
Expats in Hungary can take pride in a special accolade for their adopted home: Budapest’s Advent Feast at the Basilica has been named the Best Christmas Market of All Time by European Best Destinations (EBD). This honor was awarded in the “All Stars Edition”, a celebration of Europe’s most iconic Christmas fairs, recognizing the best of the best over the past two decades.
Energy Drink Makers Fined for Labelling Violations in Hungary
- 17 Oct 2024 1:13 PM
- shopping
Hungarian food safety authority Nebih has levied fines of more than HUF 2.6 million on producers of energy drinks for labelling violations, the watchdog said.
Multinational Supermarkets in Hungary Have 'Unjustifiably Overpriced Products Recently', Says Gov't
- 25 Aug 2023 10:31 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
The government’s monitoring of the compliance of retailers with rules on offering consumers regular discounts on food produce in a range of categories showed that around 10% of shops violated rules, government spokeswoman Alexandra Szentkirályi told a government press briefing.
Hungarian Watchdog Slaps Maximum Fine on Slovak Elf Bar Seller
- 8 Aug 2023 6:07 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
Hungary’s Competition Office (GVH) has fined Bensons Europe, a Slovak business, close to 39 million forints (EUR 99,740), the maximum allowed by law, for illegally advertising the sale of Elf Bar vaping products to consumers in Hungary, the watchdog said.
Insider's Guide: Best 7 +1 Places for Top Shopping in Budapest
- 10 Dec 2025 8:57 AM
- shopping
Budapest offers a shopping scene as diverse as the city itself, blending historic markets, independent boutiques, streets filled with international brands, and a 'smart mall'. This guide highlights the key places to shop in the capital, from local favourites to places that best suit expats, helping you discover where to go, what to expect, and why each destination stands out.
More Affordable Shopping in Hungary as Markup Caps Continue
- 1 Dec 2025 4:25 PM
- shopping
An extension of a mandatory caps on a range of food and non-food products until February 28, 2026 has come into effect on Monday.
Top 5 Farmers' Markets in Hungary
- 30 Jun 2025 11:32 AM
- shopping
For expats craving a taste of authentic Hungarian produce and a break from city life, Hungary’s farmers’ markets are a must-visit. Picture yourself strolling through stalls overflowing with fresh veggies, artisanal cheeses, and quirky local treats, all while soaking up the lively buzz of locals chatting and laughing.
Prices of 70 Products Increased Following New Supermarket Profit Cap on Food Staples
- 26 Mar 2025 5:57 AM
- shopping
A government-mandated cap on markups for some staples has reduced prices of the affected food products by 17.7pc on average, Robert Zsigo, a state secretary at the Culture and Innovation Ministry, told public media.
Updated: Gov't Could Add More Products to Price-Monitoring Platform
- 24 Jan 2025 8:42 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
The government is weighing the addition of more products to an online platform that monitors the prices of a broad range of food at Hungary's biggest supermarket chains, the National Economy Ministry said.
Budapest’s Advent Fair at Basilica Named “Best Christmas Market of All Time” by EBD
- 5 Dec 2024 7:26 AM
- shopping
Expats in Hungary can take pride in a special accolade for their adopted home: Budapest’s Advent Feast at the Basilica has been named the Best Christmas Market of All Time by European Best Destinations (EBD). This honor was awarded in the “All Stars Edition”, a celebration of Europe’s most iconic Christmas fairs, recognizing the best of the best over the past two decades.
Energy Drink Makers Fined for Labelling Violations in Hungary
- 17 Oct 2024 1:13 PM
- shopping
Hungarian food safety authority Nebih has levied fines of more than HUF 2.6 million on producers of energy drinks for labelling violations, the watchdog said.
Multinational Supermarkets in Hungary Have 'Unjustifiably Overpriced Products Recently', Says Gov't
- 25 Aug 2023 10:31 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
The government’s monitoring of the compliance of retailers with rules on offering consumers regular discounts on food produce in a range of categories showed that around 10% of shops violated rules, government spokeswoman Alexandra Szentkirályi told a government press briefing.
Hungarian Watchdog Slaps Maximum Fine on Slovak Elf Bar Seller
- 8 Aug 2023 6:07 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- shopping
Hungary’s Competition Office (GVH) has fined Bensons Europe, a Slovak business, close to 39 million forints (EUR 99,740), the maximum allowed by law, for illegally advertising the sale of Elf Bar vaping products to consumers in Hungary, the watchdog said.