2023-06-13 15:17:00
Gasoline prices today in Guatemala they continue to be a constant concern for pilots in Guatemala and families because it impacts their economy.
In the country in recent months the cost of a gallon of fuel has had significant changes. Since the war between Russia and Ukraine began, the value of fuels has been increasing.
gasoline price
The Shell gas station, in Diagonal 6, offers on average the following prices: Q34.39 for Superior gasoline, Q33.09 for Regular and Q27.59 Diesel in full service.
Although los reference prices from the Ministry of Energy and Mines are lower than the prices offered by the service station.
WEM reference price
The current reference prices used by the Ministry of Energy and Mines from June 06 to 12, 2023 are: Q26.25 for Diesel; Q33.25 Superior and Q31.95 Regulate in self-service mode.
At the time of writing this note on the website of the Ministry of Energy and Mines, the reference prices have not been updated.
Why does the price of gasoline rise in Guatemala?
Experts agree that there are two factors that influence the prices of gasoline and other fuels.
The first is the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the other factor is the little supply in the marketbecause production has decreased in recent years.
Subsidies approved in Guatemala
Decree 20-2022
The first subsidy approved in Guatemala came into effect on April 5, for two months. were assigned Q750 million to the Ministry of Energy and Mines.
Decree 28-2022
On Monday, May 23, the Diario de Centro América published Decree 28-2022, Amendments to the Law on Temporary Social Support for Regular Diesel and Gasoline Consumers, Decree Number 20-2022 of the Congress of the Republic, which extends until August 4 the temporary social support for diesel and regular gasoline consumers.
Decree 42-2022
On Wednesday, August 10, representatives of the Congress of the Republic approved the Decree 42-2022, Law on Temporary Social Support for Diesel Fuel Consumers.
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