Gasoline prices in Vietnam experienced an unprecedented surge on Thursday, reaching their highest levels since September 18. The widely used fuel RON95 skyrocketed by 3.85%, now costing VND20,480 (equivalent to US$0.78) per liter.
This upward trend was not exclusive to RON95. Biofuel E5 RON92 also saw a significant rise of 3.73%, now priced at VND19,760 per liter. Additional increases were noted in diesel prices, which escalated by 7.38% to reach VND19,200 per liter, marking the highest diesel prices since July 1.
Several international factors influenced the global oil market over the past week, prompting these price increases. One such factor is the U.S. government’s imposition of sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil and gas corporations. Other influential factors include the recent U.S. trade negotiations with India and China, as well as the projected rise in oil production by OPEC+ in December.
The wholesale prices of these fuels have also been affected. RON95’s price per barrel has risen by 5.1% to stand at $82.2, while diesel’s price per barrel increased by 8.9% to reach $90.94.
What has caused the recent surge in gasoline prices in Vietnam?
Multiple factors have contributed to the recent surge in gasoline prices, most notably international influences such as U.S. sanctions on Russia’s largest oil and gas corporations, recent U.S. trade negotiations with India and China, and expected production increases by OPEC+ in December.
What fuels have been affected by the price increase?
The price increase has affected multiple fuel types, including the widely used RON95, Biofuel E5 RON92, and diesel.
How have wholesale fuel prices been impacted?
Wholesale prices for fuels like RON95 and diesel have also seen significant increases. The price per barrel for RON95 has risen by 5.1% to $82.2, while diesel’s price per barrel has increased by 8.9% to reach $90.94.
