Hungary’s central bank (MNB) released a report suggesting the removal of price caps on certain food items would likely have a minimal impact on overall inflation. The report indicates that food supply chains have already adjusted to the existing price controls. Consequently, lifting the caps would not significantly drive up prices, according to the MNB’s analysis. This assessment challenges concerns that ending the measures would lead to a substantial surge in food costs. The central bank’s findings suggest market adaptation has largely absorbed the impact of the price controls. The report contributes to the ongoing debate regarding the effectiveness and necessity of government intervention in price setting.