Retail fuel prices in Portugal have risen sharply, with diesel climbing by 11 cents per liter and gasoline increasing by 6 cents, according to data from public broadcaster RTP.
The steep jump in diesel costs underscores the ongoing volatility in European energy markets, where transport and logistics operators are facing renewed margin pressure.
The surge in Portugal mirrors broader regional trends, with gasoline prices in Metro Vancouver also climbing sharply overnight to between $1.
This latest increase follows a recent trend of rising fuel costs across the region.
In prior weeks, Portuguese diesel prices had already ticked up by 3 cents, while gasoline saw a 2-cent rise, as reported by Jornal Económico.
The cumulative effect of these hikes is intensifying financial strain on motorists and commercial fleets alike.
The surge in Portugal mirrors broader regional trends, with gasoline prices in Metro Vancouver also climbing sharply overnight to between $1.98 and $1.99 per liter.