Statistical Bureau data shows that the average price of light fuel oil fell in May 2026 compared with the previous month. The average price of diesel was 2.3 euros per litre, gasoline 95 was 2.1 euros, gasoline 98 was 2.2 euros, and light fuel oil was 1.8 euros. Monthly price changes were largest for light fuel oil, decreasing by 12.8%, and smallest for gasoline 98, rising by 0.9%. Over the year, diesel prices increased by 37.8%, gasoline 95 by 19.4%, gasoline 98 by 18.4%, and light fuel oil by 53.9%. These figures are part of the Consumer Price Index series released by the national statistics agency on May 29, 2026.
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