Diesel prices are set for a significant increase next week, driven by a sharp rally in international crude oil markets.

The surge in benchmark crude has dragged up the valuations of downstream derivatives, signaling immediate cost pressures for transport and logistics sectors.

Recent data indicates that gasoline prices in Metro Vancouver climbed sharply overnight, with retail stations charging between $1.

According to reports from Jornal de Negócios, both gasoline and diesel have already become more expensive, with diesel expected to rise by as much as 11 cents per litre in the coming days.

The rapid escalation in raw material costs is being passed through to refined products at an accelerated pace.

This development aligns with broader global trends in fuel pricing.

Recent data indicates that gasoline prices in Metro Vancouver climbed sharply overnight, with retail stations charging between $1.98 and $1.99 per litre.