Latest news and stories about fuel prices in daily life in Portugal for expats and residents.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro faces a heated parliamentary debate as opposition parties criticize the government's response to rising fuel prices triggered by the conflict in Iran.
Official data reveal that average diesel prices recorded higher increases in seven of the identified countries.
In recent days, a table has been circulating that places Portugal at the top of fuel price increases, with a rise of 23 cents compared to increases of only three to 10 cents in 12 other European countries, but these figures are false.
In recent days, a table has been circulating that places Portugal at the top of fuel price increases, with a rise of 23 cents compared to increases of only three to 10 cents in 12 other European countries, but these figures are false.
Agricultural diesel costs more than 1.4 euros today in the Bragança district, and at some fuel stations, it even exceeds 1.5 euros.
According to the price comparison tool from the Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE), these are the fuel stations with the lowest and highest prices for diesel and petrol at hypermarkets, low-cost stations, or motorways.
The efficient price of regular diesel in Portugal exceeds two euros per litre this week, while the price of regular 95 petrol is approaching that value, according to the Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE).
The efficient price of regular diesel in Portugal exceeds two euros per litre this week, while the price of regular 95 petrol is approaching that value, according to the Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE).
The efficient price is set at 2.044 euros per litre for regular diesel and 1.929 euros for regular 95 petrol.
Oil prices are soaring, leading to queues at petrol stations. In Brazil, filling a tank now costs 800 reais, while in Portugal, it has reached 90 euros. This analysis reflects the purchasing power of the population as food prices skyrocket due to fertilizer supply chain dependencies on the Strait of Hormuz. While Donald Trump claims the war with Iran is nearing a US victory, the reality on the ground suggests the conflict is only beginning, with Lebanon, Syria, and Hezbollah involved. The article compares the stability of Portugal against the diplomatic tensions between Brazil and the US, noting Brazil's shifting geopolitical alignment. It concludes that Portugal remains a safer haven, particularly given the stark difference in fuel costs relative to the minimum wage in both countries.
The efficient price of regular diesel in Portugal exceeds two euros per litre this week, while the price of regular 95 petrol is approaching that value, according to the Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE). According to the weekly retail price supervision report released this Monday by the regulator, from the 16th...
In an analysis on CNN Portugal, market analyst Ricardo Evangelista warns of the critical impact of tensions in the Middle East. With the Strait of Hormuz under threat, one-fifth of global oil production is at risk of not reaching markets, creating a scenario of extreme uncertainty.
Since midnight, the Portuguese have been paying eight cents more per litre of diesel and seven cents more per litre of petrol. These values already include the discount on the fuel tax.
The uncertainty regarding the duration of the war and the increase in fuel prices may delay car purchases.
The increase in fuel prices is also worsening difficulties in the fishing sector. Fishermen are spending on average 3,000 euros more each time they refuel their vessels. Consumers will feel the impact when they go shopping.
Diesel and petrol are seeing sharp new price hikes due to instability in the Middle East. In an analysis on TVI's Diário da Manhã (part of the same group as CNN Portugal), journalist Vítor Costa warns of a week with “a lot of news”.
Diesel and petrol prices are seeing sharp new increases due to instability in the Middle East. In an analysis on TVI's Diário da Manhã (part of the same group as CNN Portugal), journalist Vítor Costa warns of a week with “a lot of news”.
Fuel prices show no signs of stopping their increase, with the reason lying in the Middle East conflict. In Portugal, fuel prices are rising again this Monday, while benchmark prices continue to climb. The price of Brent crude briefly exceeded 106 dollars at the market opening on Monday, before moderating its rise to 105 dollars.
In this news bulletin, we go live to Spain to see if it is still worth refuelling across the border. Also, the Government's first regional emergency and the Oscars ceremony.
Diesel prices increase by eight cents per litre this Monday and petrol by seven cents, with government discounts applied. Last year, approximately four billion litres of road diesel were consumed.
Brent crude oil prices have surged over 42% since the onset of the Middle East conflict, with an 11% increase recorded in the past week alone, reaching $103.14.
Fuel prices are set to rise sharply due to the ongoing war in the Persian Gulf, with diesel expected to increase by 19.5 cents and petrol by 8 cents per litre on Monday. The rise in Brent prices, driven by the coordinated attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, has quickly impacted petrol stations in Portugal. Diesel is seeing a larger increase compared to petrol, prompting oil companies to boost stocks at service stations in anticipation of a surge in demand before the price hikes take effect.
According to ACP data for the coming week, petrol (gasoline) will rise by one cent per litre while standard diesel remains unchanged at €1.586/litre from Monday. The small petrol increase and the stable diesel price suggest only a marginal immediate impact on motorists’ budgets, though the divergence points to short-term differences in market pressures (refining margins, crude-oil movements and distribution costs) affecting petrol and diesel independently.
Fuel prices are due to change, but the impact for drivers will vary by station. Final consumer prices depend on wholesale fuel costs, taxes and policy decisions, distribution and retail margins, and regional competition — so timing and magnitude of changes will differ locally. Motorists should monitor local stations and official announcements to see when price shifts take effect and how large they will be.
