Portuguese motorists are preparing for a significant increase in fuel costs next week, with both gasoline and diesel prices projected to exceed the €2 per litre threshold for the first time in recent months.
The National Authority for Energy (ANA) estimates indicate that diesel prices will jump by approximately 7 to 12 cents per litre, while gasoline is expected to rise by 3 to 5 cents per litre.
This sharp upward move reflects tightening supply conditions and elevated wholesale benchmarks across the eurozone.
The breach of the €2 per litre mark is a notable psychological and economic barrier for consumers.
For logistics companies and transport operators, the steeper rise in diesel costs directly impacts operating margins, potentially leading to higher freight rates or reduced delivery volumes.
The divergence in price increases between diesel and gasoline suggests that industrial and commercial demand is facing a heavier cost burden than private vehicle owners.