Diesel rollback may reach P9.50/liter next week

MANILA, Philippines – Motorists could see another fuel price rollback next week as global oil prices fell following an interim agreement between the United States and Iran, industry estimates showed.

Based on the first four trading days of the week, pump prices may decline by P7.50 to P9.50 per liter for diesel and P3 to P5 per liter for gasoline.

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An industry source said oil markets have already started pricing in the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the return of Middle Eastern crude supplies after Washington and Tehran signed a peace deal. The agreement gives negotiators 60 days to finalize a broader accord.

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Replacement fuel supplies further weighed down diesel prices by easing immediate market tightness. Asian refiners were able to secure alternative crude feedstocks, allowing them to boost refined product output despite earlier disruptions linked to reduced Middle Eastern supply.

Gasoline prices also softened as refineries resumed operations after planned maintenance shutdowns and some Asian refiners sourced crude from outside the Middle East, helping address supply gaps.

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The industry source added that the stronger Philippine peso against the US dollar also contributed to lower fuel costs this week.

Final adjustments will depend on the remaining trading days before oil companies announce next week’s pump price changes. Oil firms may implement the price cut on Tuesday, June 23. /pai INQ

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