From may 30 to june 12, 2023, the price of premium gasoline in the central zone will be US$4.33, regular US$4.12 and diesel US$3.59 per gallon.

For those who drive their vehicles in the western zone, the cost per gallon of super gasoline will be US$4.34, regular US$4.13 and diesel US$3.60.

Likewise, carriers who buy super gasoline in the eastern zone will pay US$4.37 per gallon, regular US$4.16 and diesel US$3.64.

According to the Energy and Hydrocarbons and Mines Directorate, the external factors influencing the drop are the perspective before the next meeting of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), which generated downward fluctuations in the international prices of oil and its derivatives.

Economic instability in the United States causes uncertainty in the hydrocarbons market, influencing prices downwards.

After the market close, the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) registered an increase of US$0.84 or 1.17%, trading at US$72.67. On the other hand, Brent futures rose US$0.69, or 0.90%, trading at US$76.95 a barrel, according to Bloomberg Energy data.

After a month of consecutive declines, both benchmarks posted their first weekly gain last week. Now, both Brent and WTI are posting a second consecutive week of gains. According to Reuters, Brent rose 1.7% and WTI appreciated 1.6%.

Translated by: A.M