- Despite a decline in global crude oil prices, the central government is allowing domestic fuel prices to rise, leading to accusations of profiteering from fuel taxes.
- A regulator has convened to discuss fair petroleum pricing because global oil price shifts are not being absorbed by the domestic market.
YPF, Argentina’s state-backed oil company, is raising prices, linking the hikes to international crude oil prices.
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Updated Aug 14
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What happened
YPF, Argentina’s state-backed oil company, is raising prices, linking the hikes to international crude oil prices.
Who's involved
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Related events
- MILEI's re-election affects Argentina's rating as officials attend an investor forum regarding an energy package.
- President Milei of Argentina announced plans to expand defense resources and tighten oil company sanctions in the Falkland Islands and Tierra del Fuego.
- Asian refiners increased purchases of Argentinian crude, signaling an energy sector revival under Milei's administration.
- YPF reported strong profit and investment plans, contributing to a rally in the Merval index.
- Oil market performance in Latin America is being influenced by policy debates and global crude price rallies, involving major national oil companies.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- buenosairesherald.com
- riotimesonline.comYPF Fuel Price Hike Hits 3.5%-4.5% in Argentina