Baltic Fuel Prices Soar: Tallinn Leads in Gasoline Cost Increases
Last week brought a sharp increase in fuel prices across the Baltic capitals of Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius. The surge, according to recent data, left drivers facing higher costs at the pump.
By the end of the work week, Tallinn boasted the highest gasoline prices among the three cities. Though, Riga took the lead in diesel costs, while Vilnius reported the lowest diesel prices.
“At the end of the working week, the highest gasoline price was in Tallinn, followed by Riga and Vilnius. Conversely, diesel fuel was the most expensive in Riga, followed by Tallinn, while diesel fuel was the least expensive at the end of the working week in Vilnius.”
Specifically, in Riga, Circle K gas stations on Krasta Street saw 95% gasoline prices jump 1.3% to €1.614 per liter on Friday. Diesel also experienced a 1.3% increase, reaching €1.574 per liter.
Vilnius mirrored the trend. At a Circle K station on Savanorju prospect, 95% gasoline reached €1.489 per liter on Friday—a 2.8% increase from the previous week.Diesel prices climbed 2%, settling at €1.519 per liter.
Tallinn’s Circle K stations reported the most dramatic gasoline price increase, with a 3.1% jump to €1.649 per liter. Diesel prices in Tallinn also saw a meaningful rise of 3.3%, reaching €1.559 per liter on Friday.
Interestingly, autogas prices remained relatively stable in Riga and Vilnius, holding steady at €0.805 and €0.749 per liter, respectively. However, Tallinn saw a 1.8% increase,bringing the price to €0.779 per liter.
These price increases reflect broader global energy market fluctuations and underscore the ongoing impact on consumers across the Baltic region. The rising costs are likely to affect transportation and logistics, potentially impacting businesses and consumers alike.
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