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Portugal registers the 12th largest increase in fuel prices in the EU

In July, fuel prices for private transport rose by 16.9% in the EU, with Portugal ranking 12th among the 27 member states.

21 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Fuel prices for private transport in the European Union increased by 16.9% in July compared to the same month last year. According to data from Eurostat, Portugal has the 12th largest increase among the 27 EU member states.

This price increase reflects a general trend in the EU, where fuel prices experienced an average growth of 17% during the same period. The situation varies across member states, but Portugal stands out for having a rate lower than the European average, although it remains significant.

The information regarding these data has been reported by various sources, including Notícias ao Minuto and RTP, which highlight the impact of this increase on the local economy and consumers. Specific details on the future evolution of prices were not addressed.

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