Several fuel stations in Portugal recorded long queues of cars on Friday, with many drivers taking advantage of the last day to refuel before the price increase expected on Monday. The fuel rush was motivated by the anticipation of the increases that take effect at the beginning of next week.
The price increase could have been higher, but the impact on consumers' wallets is being cushioned through a three-cent reinforcement of the Excise Duty on Petroleum Products discount. This government measure aims to partially mitigate the fuel price rise.
The price increase occurs in a context of continuous rise in global energy costs, which has affected numerous countries. Consumers thus seek to take advantage of lower prices while they still last, resulting in significant queues at fuel stations.
