Fuel prices rise in Romania amid global diesel deficit concerns

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Fuel prices in Romania are experiencing significant upward pressure, with diesel approaching the 11 lei per liter threshold. Reports indicate that diesel prices have risen for several consecutive days, driven by record-high costs across the European Union and fluctuating refinery margins. In Bucharest, diesel has been recorded between 10.79 and 10.93 lei per liter, while gasoline remains relatively stable near the 10 lei mark.

On a broader scale, a global diesel deficit is projected to persist through early 2027. Data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows diesel stocks hitting historic lows, a trend mirrored in Europe and Singapore. This supply tightness, combined with high refinery margins, is expected to maintain pressure on consumer prices.

Additionally, Romania is preparing for a transition in road taxation. Starting October 1, 2026, a new electronic road pricing system (STRR) and TollRo will be implemented, which includes the abolition of the Fetești-Cernavodă bridge tax under the new legislative framework.

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ANRE · Ministerul Finanțelor · Peco Online · Romania

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The lowest gasoline price in the country is 9.82 lei per liter in Slobozia Moară, Dâmbovița. www.wowbiz.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] Diesel prices increased slightly on Sunday, September 20. www.wowbiz.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] Gasoline prices have increased by an average of 4.4% over the last month. www.wowbiz.ro
[● 2 SOURCES] The excise duty on standard diesel remains reduced by 25% until September 30, 2026. trumedia.ro · www.wowbiz.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] A 50-liter tank of diesel costs 27.5 lei more than it did 30 days ago. www.wowbiz.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] Average diesel prices have risen by 5.4% in the last month. www.wowbiz.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] Standard diesel prices in Bucharest range between 10.79 and 10.93 lei per liter. trumedia.ro
[○ 1 SOURCE] A 50-liter tank of gasoline costs 21 lei more than it did 30 days ago. www.wowbiz.ro