He price of the fuels in Guatemala continues to show variations in the international context. This April 22, the diesel reports its third reduction during the month of April, prior to the entry into force of the fuel subsidy.
According to price monitoring carried out by Prensa Libre since February 28 —when the conflict between the United States and Iran began that led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz—, the market has reacted to changes in the geopolitical scenario.
A partial ceasefire was recorded on April 7, and on April 21, former US President Donald Trump announced that the truce would be extended. However, it is still not clear when the passage of crude oil through the area will be completely normalized.
Since the beginning of the truce, the fuel prices have shown moderate discounts in the local market.
Diesel price after the third reduction
According to monitoring in self-service mode, the diesel price this is located April 22 between Q40.69 and Q40.66 per gallonaccumulating its third reduction in the month.
With this setting, the diesel adds up to a total decrease of Q3.00 so far in April.
Higher and regular gasoline price
In contrast, the prices of top gasoline and the regular gasoline HE remain unchanged since April 15.
Currently, the gallon of Superior gasoline has a cost between Q38.99 and Q38.97, while the regular gasoline remains at Q37.99 and Q37.97.
In both cases, the gasoline They have registered two reductions in the same period, with a cumulative loss of Q1.50.
Current fuel prices in Guatemala
This April 22, the prices of gasoline and diesel are:
- Diesel: Q40.66 – Q40.69 (gallon)
- Top gasoline: Q38.99 (gallon)
- Regular gasoline: Q37.99 (gallon)
Expectation for subsidy
Although there is no certainty about new casualties in the short term, the authorities have indicated that the fuel subsidy should begin to be reflected in prices at service stations from May 1.
The Emergency Support Law for Diesel and Gasoline Consumerswhich contemplates a temporary contribution, for 3 months of:
- Q8 per gallon of diesel
- Q5 per gallon of regular and higher gasoline