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Average price of ethanol and gasoline rises in January; ethanol at R$4,34 and gasoline at R$6,31. Ethanol remains an advantageous and sustainable option.
At the beginning of 2025, the mining scenario is experiencing a moment of great change, with the commodity price fluctuating significantly. The search for added value has never been so intense, putting pressure on companies to reevaluate their rates and operating costs. Analysts expect these fluctuations in value to directly impact financial results at the end of the first quarter. This movement in the market is aligned with the growing demand for more sustainable practices and filling stations efficient in the sector.
Investments in automation and digital technologies stand out as the main strategies adopted in the mining and extraction industries to face these variations. Companies have adapted quickly, focusing on innovation to mitigate the impact on production costs. The mining sector is fully committed to the energy transition, aiming to reduce costs and increase return on investment. Companies focus on sustainable practices to ensure competitiveness and relevance in the global market.
How Mineral Exploration and the Extractive Industry Transform Costs into New Values
In February 2025, studies show that export tariffs are also subject to reassessments, reflecting global economic instability. Tariff changes directly influence the competitiveness of corporations in the global market. An analysis published by the Brazilian Mining Agency highlights that, during this period, the cost of basic inputs increased by around 3,5%, fueled mainly by fluctuations in the price of oil and other fossil fuels involved in the transportation and operation of mining companies.
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In the context of operations, mining companies are seeking alternatives to minimize the impacts of these tariff variations. Rapid and effective adaptation has been a crucial factor for companies that want to not only survive, but thrive in the current market conditions. Strategies such as diversifying energy sources and investing in sustainable infrastructure are essential to maintaining the financial health of companies. Mineral exploration is taking advantage of the moment to rethink its role in the economic chain, adjusting to become more resilient.
Finally, experts from the University of Minas Gerais in Ouro Preto state that sustainability not only reduces costs in the long term, but also increases the market value of these organizations. This strategic vision places the mining sector towards a greener and more economically balanced future. ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) initiatives are reinforced, bringing a new perspective to the extractive industry, redefining the understanding of the true value of operations and ensuring economic and environmental prosperity.
Price Evolution at Gas Stations
The average price of gasoline continued its upward trajectory, showing a noticeable increase in the mentioned period. The fuel arrived at gas stations in Brazil with an average of R$6,31, reflecting an increase of 0,32% compared to the average recorded in December. This data comes from the most recent analysis of the Edenred Ticket Log Price Index (IPTL), a survey that focuses on the behavior of transaction values carried out at gas stations, offering a very accurate average.
Regional Analysis and Price Trends
Fuel prices are following the upward trend identified by IPTL at the end of the previous year. This is due to market movements and economic factors that influence price definition. In the regional analysis, it was observed that both types of fuel followed the national average, becoming more expensive in January for most customers in the various regions of Brazil. However, in the North and South regions, gasoline maintained the same average price as in December, as pointed out by Douglas Pina, General Director of Mobility at Edenred Brasil.
Price Variations in Regions
The Central-West region led in the increase of tariffs for both types: ethanol rose 2,38%, while gasoline had an increase of 1,43%. Thus, the average costs in the area were R$4,30 for ethanol and R$6,39 for gasoline. Ethanol presented the lowest average price at gas stations in the Southeast, reaching R$4,25, even after a growth of 1,43% in the region; the most economical gasoline in January was also found in the Southeast, at an average price of R$6,18, despite having risen 0,49% in relation to December.
State Comparisons of Fuel Costs
In the North, the highest average prices were found, with gasoline at R$6,81 and ethanol at R$5,01, representing an increase of 0,40%. In the comparison between states, ethanol recorded its greatest decrease in Rio Grande do Norte, with a 1,05% drop compared to December, resulting in a value of R$4,71 in January. On the other hand, the most significant increase in ethanol was in Paraíba, reaching R$4,36, an increase of 4,56%. The most affordable price for ethanol was in São Paulo, at R$4,12, even after increasing 1,73%. Amapá had the most expensive ethanol, at R$5,39, constant since December.
Gasoline Price Variations by Country
Rio Grande do Norte also saw a sharp decline in gasoline prices, of 1,24%, resulting in an average price of R$6,39. Meanwhile, the Federal District saw the largest increase in fuel prices, of 4,22%, raising the average price to R$6,42. Rio Grande do Sul stood out for offering the cheapest gasoline: R$6,10, after a 0,16% drop compared to December. Acre increased its gasoline prices by 0,13%, becoming the most expensive in Brazil in January, with an average price of R$7,42.
Ethanol as an Economical and Ecological Fuel
Even with an increase in the average price, ethanol was the most economically advantageous option for most Brazilians in January, especially for consumers in the Southeast and Central-West regions. In addition to being more financially viable, ethanol also contributes to environmental sustainability due to its lower pollutant emissions, promoting a more sustainable mobility. Pina reinforces the importance of this alternative.
IPTL: Reliability and Innovation in Monitoring
The IPTL is based on refueling carried out at 21 accredited Edenred Ticket Log stations, using a robust data science infrastructure that consolidates the price behavior of operations carried out at the stations, offering a high reliability average. This is due to the management of more than 1 million vehicles by the brand, with a remarkable average of eight transactions per second. Edenred Ticket Log, part of Edenred Brasil's Mobility business line, has more than 30 years of experience, constantly adapting to the needs of its customers with modern and innovative solutions to simplify daily processes.
Source: © Edenred Press
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