France sees stable heating‑oil prices as supermarkets cut gasoline costs

Domestic heating‑oil (fioul) prices in France held steady on Monday, 6 July, with the average rate for 1 000 L around €1 410, identical to the previous day. Regional differences persisted, the cheapest being Franche‑Comté at about €1 317 per 1 000 L and the highest in Limousin at roughly €1 560. The stability reflects calm oil markets, with Brent at about $72 per barrel and WTI near $68.7, though any Middle‑East tension could quickly raise prices.

At the same time, supermarket groups E. Leclerc and Intermarché launched a weekend‑long promotion (3‑5 July 2026) offering gasoline at cost on hundreds of their stations. By removing their usual margin of 5‑10 cents per litre, the price fell to about €1.76 per litre, compared with the national average of €1.90. Drivers could save €2.5‑5 on a 50‑litre fill‑up, or €10‑12 for larger tanks, providing relief for families travelling during the first vacation weekend.

Both developments underline how French consumers are navigating high energy costs, relying on temporary price stability in the heating‑oil market and short‑term discount offers at retail fuel stations.