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Global oil demand is falling, and crude prices are down. But here’s why gasoline, diesel and other refined products are still costly
The main exception to the global slump in oil usage was in the U.S., where gasoline use increased in the second quarter of 2026.
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NDTV
· Jun 23, 2026
Petrol, Diesel Prices On June 23: Check New City-Wise Fuel Rates
Fuel prices in India depend on several factors, with global crude oil prices being the most significant as crude is the primary raw material used to produce petrol and diesel.
Legit.ng
· Jul 9, 2026
Petrol gets cheaper at Dangote Refinery, filling stations drop prices too
Dangote Refinery has cut petrol prices while diesel prices rise in Lagos. Global crude oil prices near 80 per barrel raise concerns for future fuel costs.
Informed Comment
· Jul 8, 2026
Hormuz: China Oil Demand Tapped out, Heavy Truck EVs Rise
If the country stops needing to use diesel for trucks, that is game over for petroleum
Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 29, 2026
FCCPC Probes Fuel Pricing Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has raised concerns over what it described as possible consumer exploitation in the downstream petroleum sector. This follows findings that reductions in fuel prices have not reflected the sharp decline in global crude oil prices. READ ALSO: FCCPC Seals Firms Over Consumer Protection Violations Allegations The Commission, in [] The post FCCPC Probes Fuel Pricing Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Arise News
· Jul 10, 2026
Dan Kunle: Global Crude Market Dynamics Make Immediate Petrol Price Cuts Impossible
Energy expert Dan Kunle says inventory costs, global tensions and Nigeria's production challenges prevent immediate reductions in petrol pump prices.
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 6, 2026
Oil prices decline after OPEC+ agrees to increase output
London, July 6 (SANA) Oil prices fell in global trading on Monday after OPEC+ agreed to a further increase in production targets starting in August, while exports through the Strait of Hormuz continued to recover, paving the way for increased supplies to the global market. Reuters reported that Brent crude futures fell 24 cents, or []
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Related coverage for "Global oil demand is falling, and crude prices are down. But here’s why gasoline, diesel and other refined products are still costly": NDTV — Petrol, Diesel Prices On June 23: Check New City-Wise Fuel Rates. Legit.ng — Petrol gets cheaper at Dangote Refinery, filling stations drop prices too. Informed Comment — Hormuz: China Oil Demand Tapped out, Heavy Truck EVs Rise. Voice of Nigeria — FCCPC Probes Fuel Pricing Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns. Arise News — Dan Kunle: Global Crude Market Dynamics Make Immediate Petrol Price Cuts Impossible. Syrian Arab News Agency — Oil prices decline after OPEC+ agrees to increase output