ECC Approves Increase in Profit Margins, Fuel Prices May Rise

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Pakistan has approved an increase in profit margins for Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and petroleum dealers, which may lead to higher petrol and diesel prices. According to officials, this decision could result in a rise of up to Rs2.56 per liter in fuel prices in the coming days.

During a meeting held on Tuesday, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the ECC discussed different matters related to petroleum prices and officially approved the proposal to increase margins for OMCs and fuel dealers.

According to the official statement, the ECC has approved a 5 to 10 percent increase in profit margins on petroleum products. Half of this margin increase will be implemented immediately, while the remaining half will depend on the completion of the digitalization process in the fuel supply system.

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Sources say that this increase in profit margins for Oil Marketing Companies and dealers is the main reason behind the expected rise in fuel prices across the country. Petrol and diesel prices may go up depending on international market trends and final government pricing decisions.

Experts fear that another increase in profit margins could place extra pressure on consumers who are already facing high inflation. They warn that higher fuel prices usually affect transportation, goods movement, and everyday living costs in Pakistan.