This initiative, inspired by Austria’s existing regulations, includes penalties of up to €100,000 for non-compliance. Additionally, the government seeks to reverse the burden of proof in antitrust cases, requiring companies to justify price hikes. Experts anticipate increased transparency for consumers, as current prices fluctuate up to 50 times daily. However, the effectiveness of these measures in reducing overall prices remains uncertain, with industry representatives cautioning against significant impacts due to existing political cost structures.