They speak of a limited impact due to the conflict in the Middle East, but do not rule out that the blow may be greater later. 95-octane gasoline rises by 4 cents and is left at 0.95 cents per liter. 91-octane gasoline increases by 3 cents, remaining at 0.89 cents per liter. Get ready because from this Friday, March 6, prices will change at the gas stations. Each adjustment ends up moving the entire chain. These prices will remain in effect until 5:59 a.m. on Friday, March 20. They are cents, yes, but when you fill the tank completely, you feel it. In the case of low-sulfur diesel, the increase is 7 cents, and it goes up to cost 0.90 cents per liter. The Ministry of Energy announced the new adjustment and confirmed that there will be an increase in gasoline and diesel. After that date, another calculation will come. This fuel is key for transport and heavy cargo. And that is where what is happening outside could be reflected more strongly. According to the entity, during this period, the impact of the recent conflict in the Middle East is still limited. The reference mechanism only takes into account mainly two days of the market after the events. They also pointed out that before the crisis, there was already an upward trend in international prices.
Gasoline and Diesel Prices to Increase in Panama
Starting March 6, fuel prices in Panama will increase. 95-octane and 91-octane gasoline, as well as diesel, will become more expensive. The country's Ministry of Energy attributes this to the limited impact of the Middle East conflict but warns of a possible further increase.