Working on measures to keep fuel selling at the set price

34% of gas stations selling diesel continue to charge well above the US$1.62 that had been voluntarily agreed upon. President Sheinbaum warned that other measures are being considered to put a stop to this practice because the government has implemented a reduction in the Special Tax on Goods and Services to keep fuel prices in check.

She noted that she will meet with the gasoline dealers’ association to review this situation, as the federal government is allocating public resources—through tax reductions—despite which many continue to charge higher prices.

She noted that for now, they will maintain the policy—through the Federal Consumer Protection Agency—of placing banners outside gas stations that sell for more than US$1.62, to warn consumers and encourage them to seek other options.

He emphasized that the price of Mexican crude oil has dropped from US$100 to US$88 today, and efforts are being made to ensure that diesel prices do not rise above US$1.62.

Meanwhile, PROFECO Director Ivan Escalante stated that during a meeting with members of the Package Against Inflation and Shortages (PACIC), they reached an agreement to maintain the cost of the 24 products in the basic basket at approximately US$52.03.