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Eni implements fuel price cap amid rising costs in Italy

Eni has set a price cap for diesel and petrol, but rising taxes have led to increased diesel prices shortly after.

No new coverage since 7 October 2026.

The story so far as of 7 October 2026

On 25 September, Eni announced a price cap of €2.19 for diesel and €1.99 for petrol, effective from 28 September. On 6 October, diesel prices rose by 6.1 cents due to the reinstatement of a full excise tax, pushing prices to €2.25 per litre. The absence of a decree to utilize VAT windfall contributed to this increase. On 7 October, diesel prices fell to €2.21 per litre as refined product quotations declined, with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hinting at potential tax cuts to stabilize prices further.

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Coverage, day by day

  1. Regulation

    Diesel prices fall to €2.21; Meloni hints at tax cuts

    Impact Fuel retailers and consumers benefit from the diesel price drop, easing cost pressures.

    Sources: Rai News ↗, La Repubblica ↗

  2. Regulation

    Diesel prices in Italy rise with tax changes

    Impact Fuel importers and logistics companies face higher costs due to increased diesel prices.

    Sources: Quotidiano Net ↗, Fonte Ufficiale ↗, Rai News ↗, TGcom24 ↗

  3. Regulation

    Eni sets fuel price cap at €2.19 for diesel, €1.99 for petrol

    Impact Fuel importers and retailers will adjust to Eni's price cap, affecting margins and pricing strategies.

    Sources: TGcom24 ↗, La Stampa ↗, Fonte Ufficiale ↗

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