Fuel costs escalating in the market
## Rising Fuel Prices Predicted in Portugal, Government Takes Action
Portugal is bracing for an anticipated increase in fuel prices, according to the Automobile Club of Portugal (ACP). As of July 8, 2025, the average price of unleaded petrol stands at €1.795 per liter, and diesel at €1.658 per liter [4]. However, forecasts suggest that these prices may climb further.
By mid-July 2025, the ACP predicts that the average price of regular diesel will rise to €1.608 per liter, and that of regular 95% petrol will increase by 2 cents to €1.693 per liter [1].
In an effort to mitigate these price increases, the Portuguese government has implemented several measures. One such measure is the reduction of the Tax on Petroleum Products (ISP), which aims to help stabilize fuel prices. Additionally, the government is working to offset the impact of VAT on fuel prices [1].
It is important to note that the ACP's predictions are subject to change as the fuel market conditions evolve. Moreover, the organization's forecasts do not specify which companies or regions will be affected by the potential fuel price increases beyond next week, nor do they include potential changes in the fuel market conditions or the government's tax reduction measures.
The ACP is a Portuguese organization that deals with automobile matters and bases its forecasts on industry sources. The predicted increase for diesel is 3.5 cents, with petrol seeing a smaller increase of 2 cents.
The government's measures to mitigate fuel price increases are subject to ongoing evaluation and forecasts. It is unclear at this time whether the tax reduction measures will continue beyond next week.
The ACP's predictions do not include potential taxes or other fees that may be added to the fuel prices beyond next week. No specific date for the fuel price increase has been provided by the ACP.
Consumers are advised to stay informed and monitor fuel prices closely as the situation develops.
The Automobile Club of Portugal (ACP), an organization focused on automobile matters, predicts an increase of 3.5 cents for the average price of regular diesel by mid-July 2025, and a 2-cent rise for regular 95% petrol. In response to these anticipated price hikes, the Portuguese government has implemented actions such as the reduction of the Tax on Petroleum Products (ISP) and efforts to offset VAT impacts on fuel prices within the finance industry.
