Ethanol, diesel and gasoline prices show a slight reduction in the first week of December
During the first week of December, prices of the main fuels in Brazil showed a downward trend, as shown by data from ValeCard, a reference in mobility solutions. O ethanol recorded a decrease of 0,41%, followed by slight drops in diesel (0,14%) and gasoline (0,12%), compared to the values for the week of November 24th to 30th.
The ethanol scenario in the national market
During this period, the average value of ethanol it was R$3,673 per liter, a negative variation of R$0,015. This price reduction is a reflection of the increase in the supply of raw materials, with sugarcane crushing growing 32,09% compared to the same period of the previous year, according to data from Única. This increase in production impacted the prices charged by power plants. ethanol hydrated, especially in São Paulo, where there was a reduction of 4,17% in the last ten days of November.
An interesting detail is that, to be financially advantageous in relation to gasoline, the price of ethanol must be equal to or less than 70% of the value of the fossil fuel. Following this logic, supplying ethanol it was more economical in 18 Brazilian states in the first week of December.
Variations in diesel and gasoline prices
S-10 diesel, the most used in the country, also showed a decrease, with the average price falling to R$6,349 per liter. The federative units that felt this variation most were Acre, Amapá and Rondônia. The expectation is that this downward trend will continue, driven by the reduction in the price of diesel at refineries announced by Petrobras.
Gasoline, with relative stability, had an average price reduction of 0,12%, standing at R$5,842 per liter. Sergipe, Rio Grande do Norte and the Federal District were the states with the biggest variations. The tendency is for prices to remain stable until the next adjustment by Petrobras, influenced by factors external to the national market.
ValeCard's data, compiled from transactions at more than 25 thousand accredited stations, are essential for understanding market fluctuations. fuels in Brazil. With this information, consumers and companies in the sector can make more informed decisions about supply and purchasing strategies, taking into account regional variations and market trends.
Keeping track of these changes is crucial for the financial planning of both individual drivers and transport companies. The price trend of fuels It is an important indicator of the country's economic health and the cost of living, directly affecting the Brazilian consumer's pocket.
Source: Gustavo Magaldi
