Islamabad 14 August: Petrol prices in Pakistan have climbed more than 16% over the past eight months, with consumers now bracing for another marginal increase from August 16, 2025, while other key petroleum products are set for notable reductions, according to industry estimates.
Data shows that petrol (premium motor gasoline) was priced at around Rs228 per litre in January 2025 and is projected to reach Rs265.93 per litre from August 16 — an increase of Rs37.93 per litre over the period, driven by fluctuations in global oil prices, exchange rate volatility, and changes in government levies.
In the latest fortnightly price review, petrol is likely to rise by Rs1.32 per litre (0.5%) from the current Rs264.61. High-speed diesel (HSD), however, is expected to see a substantial drop of Rs11.75 per litre (4.1%) to Rs274.08, compared to the current Rs285.83.
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Kerosene oil is projected to decrease by Rs6.25 per litre (3.4%) to Rs179.21, while light diesel oil (LDO) may fall by Rs7.11 per litre (4.2%) to Rs163.25.
At the ex-refinery level, petrol prices could rise by 0.8% to Rs160.20 per litre, while HSD, kerosene, and LDO are expected to record declines of 6.4%, 4.0%, and 4.8%, respectively.
Analysts say that while the latest adjustments may bring relief for transport and agriculture sectors due to the diesel price cut, the sustained upward trend in petrol over the past several months has added to inflationary pressures, particularly in urban areas where petrol-driven vehicles dominate.
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) will finalise and announce the revised prices after factoring in exchange rate movements, global crude trends, and applicable taxes, with the new rates effective from Friday.
