Romania has slipped into the top half of the European Union’s fuel price rankings, now occupying the 11th spot. The average price of gasoline stands at roughly €1.49 per litre and diesel at €1.54, according to the latest Weekly Oil Bulletin by the European Commission. The jump is attributed to a recent tax overhaul that increased excise duties by 31‑34 cents per litre in January 2026, removing subsidies and raising VAT. As a result, Romanian motorists now pay more per litre than their Swedish counterparts, despite Romania’s average income being almost four times lower. The country moved from being among the EU’s cheapest fuel markets in 2024 to one of the most expensive by 2026. Title: Romania Climbs to 11th in EU Fuel Price Rankings, Overtakes Sweden Category: Economy Tags: Economy, European Union Countries: Romania, Sweden, Austria, Spain Cities: Persons: Sentiment: Negative

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