The week begins with a drop in fuel prices in Portugal, with a direct impact on drivers’ pockets. Diesel records a more significant reduction, while gasoline follows the trend, albeit more moderately. Still, there are relevant differences between the positions that can accentuate the savings.
According to , the price of diesel is expected to fall by around 5.5 cents per liter from this Monday, while gasoline is expected to become approximately three cents cheaper. The decline comes after weeks marked by some instability in international energy markets.
Differences between stations can affect the invoice
Despite the widespread decline, the values practiced are not uniform across the country. The disparity between filling stations continues to be a determining factor in the final cost borne by consumers.
Consulting the official platform of the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology allows you to identify the most economical positions by district and municipality. The tool provides filters that help compare prices in real time, making it possible to find differences of several cents per liter within the same region.
In practice, this variation can represent significant additional savings, especially for those who refuel frequently or travel long distances.
Oil rises, but impact on fuels is contained
The recent evolution of the price of oil has not followed the same downward trend. A barrel of Brent, a reference for the European market, ended the last session on a high, reaching US$95.92 on the London futures market.
The appreciation of crude oil is associated with geopolitical factors, namely doubts surrounding stability in the Middle East. Uncertainty over the duration of a ceasefire and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz have stoked fears in markets, contributing to price volatility.
Still, the direct impact on fuels has been mitigated by other factors, including fiscal adjustments and internal market dynamics.
ISP continues to influence prices
Meanwhile, the temporary tax reduction on petroleum and energy products remains in effect. The measure, approved by parliament and promulgated by the President of the Republic, establishes new minimum limits for the rates applied to gasoline and diesel until the end of June.
With this change, the minimum limits drop to 199.89 euros per thousand liters in the case of unleaded gasoline and to 156.66 euros for diesel. The decision comes in a context of pressure on energy prices, seeking to mitigate the effects on the end consumer.
According to the same source, these fiscal measures, combined with developments in international markets, help explain the drop recorded this week, although the scenario continues to depend on external instability and the evolution of oil costs.
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