Portugal
Portugal shows seventh lowest diesel rise in the European Union in September
Publication: ECO
Author: Ana Batalha Oliveira
Source published: 21/10/2026, 10:45:19 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 10:58:50 UTC
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Briefings
In September 2025, Portugal's diesel price rose 5.1% in the EU, placing it ninth among EU countries with the smallest monthly increase. This follows a 31.4% surge across the EU in September 2025, driven by four countries exceeding 40% increases: Bulgaria (42.2%), Estonia (40.6%), and Lithuania (40.2%). Portugal's price increase of 5.1% was the ninth smallest in the EU, while Spain recorded the lowest increase at 2.4% and Croatia at 2.5%. The evidence indicates a shift from July to August where diesel prices fell 5.9% and gasoline rose 6.7%, contrasting with September's overall EU trend.
Key points
- Portugal's diesel price increased 5.1% in September 2025, making it the ninth smallest monthly increase in the EU.
- Four countries saw diesel price increases exceeding 40% in September 2025: Bulgaria (42.2%), Estonia (40.6%), and Lithuania (40.2%).
Context
The EU-wide diesel price surge in September 2025 was 31.4%, significantly higher than August's 23.8% and July's 16.9%. Portugal's 5.1% increase was the ninth smallest in the EU, while Spain recorded the lowest increase at 2.4% and Croatia at 2.5%.
Limitations
Evidence covers September 2025 EU-wide and Portugal-specific data only. Some country-specific figures are preprints or estimates, with uncertainty regarding exact fuel types and regional variations. No causal claims or expert opinions are provided.
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