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Fuel prices: Sébastien Lecornu promises €10 cut per fill-up

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Business

Fuel prices in Italy: tax cuts end, diesel rises and hauliers threaten strikes

With tax breaks expiring and the decree on flexible excise duties delayed, diesel prices are rising again. The haulage sector warns of a strike as the government summons oil companies that have introduced initial capped prices.

Economy

Eurozone inflation spikes to 3.8%: Is your country on the worst list?

Eurozone inflation jumped to 3.8% in September, a three-year high above forecasts. Energy drove the spike. See where prices rose fastest.

Economy

No relief at the pump: EU diesel hits new record of €2.24 a litre

Twelve EU countries recorded new diesel price highs as supply disruptions pushed the bloc’s average pump price to €2.24 a litre.

Europe in Motion

EU commercial flights rise despite higher jet fuel prices

The number of commercial flights across the EU increased in every summer month compared with last year, although traffic fell in several member states.

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Business

Fuel prices over €2 per litre: Who foots the biggest bill in Portugal?

From fishing to agriculture, and from freight to passenger transport, many sectors have felt the impact of sharp fuel price rises in Portugal since the start of the Iran war.

Economy

Diesel taxes in Europe: Which countries charge the most?

Diesel has overtaken petrol as Europe's most expensive fuel, at a record €2.226 per litre. Yet EU governments still tax it about 12 cents less than petrol.

Business

The Meloni government extends the excise tax cut until 1 May

"It will cost 500 million euros," Economy Minister Giorgetti announced after Friday morning's cabinet meeting. The 25-cent discount due to end on 7 April, with tax credits extended to agricultural firms.

Economy

Italy's fuel crisis: SOCAR announces price cap at IP stations

State-owned Azerbaijani group SOCAR is introducing a gradual price cap on the IP network after buying Italiana Petroli; from Monday a maximum price for petrol and diesel will also apply at ENI filling stations.

Economy

How European governments are trying to ease the fuel price shock

European governments are cutting fuel taxes, offering subsidies and adjusting energy rules to ease the impact of record petrol and diesel prices. France, Germany and Spain are among those expanding support, while the EU faces the added risk of possible US restrictions on diesel exports.

Economy

Europe's fuel crisis: The 10 oil stocks that rallied in 2026

Record diesel prices and refining margins have pushed Europe's oil majors up 40% to 87% this year. Here are the ten best performers.

Business

Surging prices, voters’ anger: France’s fuel crisis hits the campaign

In recent weeks, fishermen have blocked oil depots and port entrances in the south of France, while farmers have staged demonstrations over rising fuel prices. Fuel is set to become a major political flashpoint, just seven months away from France's elections.

Economy

Higher fuel bills are costing the EU €270 million a day, report says

Diesel accounts for most of the extra road fuel cost. T&E estimates that an EU diesel driver paid €142 more over the period it studied, while a German long-haul truck faced an extra €236 a week.

Economy

Europe may avoid jet fuel shortage, but small airports remain at risk

Falling demand from November and increased shipments from Asia are expected to leave Europe with enough jet fuel in the coming months, although analysts warn that smaller airports could still run dry.

Economy

Fuel taxes in Europe: Which country taxes petrol the most?

Nearly half of what European drivers pay for petrol goes to governments. Here are the 10 member states with the heaviest petrol taxes.

Business

French diesel prices top €2.40 as European fuel costs hit records

As the Middle East war disrupts global oil supplies and refining costs soar, diesel prices in France have reached record levels, making them among the highest in the EU.

Europe News

Macron to convene G7 on energy with warning about Russia

Emmanuel Macron is calling for a "protection plan" against "Russian hybrid attacks". According to the French president, "the nature of Russian aggression and threats in Europe is changing".