According to government sources, oil marketing companies (OMCs) are expected to reduce prices of petrol and diesel. The companies have shown positive quarterly results and have almost recovered their losses, indicating a return to normalcy.

The expectation for lower fuel prices stems from the fact that OMCs no longer face under-recoveries in petrol and diesel. Additionally, an oil production cut by one of the members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is believed to have minimal impact due to emerging alternative markets.

Saudi Arabia takes unilateral action to reduce oil supply, aiming to boost crude prices after previous OPEC+ cuts failed. Concerns over uncertain fuel demand persist due to economic weakness in the US and Europe, as well as China’s slower recovery. The decision reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to transparent and fair production targets. Lower oil prices have benefited global consumers, but the market remains uncertain about when the global economy will regain its thirst for fuel.