Fuel prices in Bulgaria have been recording a gradual decline at petrol stations, with motorists currently paying around 1.53 euros per liter for A95 gasoline, 1.59 euros for diesel, and 0.67 euros for liquefied gas.
Energy expert Boyan Rashev attributes the downward movement mainly to falling global oil prices, which he links to expectations that the geopolitical crisis affecting supply chains is easing. At the same time, he cautioned that a sharper drop in crude prices is unlikely in the near term.
He noted that “I do not expect the crisis to completely end. Deliveries will be difficult for a long time”, suggesting continued uncertainty in global supply flows despite the current stabilization.
Rashev also argued that recent market forecasts have repeatedly missed the mark, saying that most predictions made since March did not materialize. According to him, concerns about shortages proved exaggerated as global supply remained higher than expected.
He explained that part of the current price stability comes from the large-scale use of accumulated oil reserves worldwide, including significant stockpiles in the United States and China. He added that the US has increased its role as a major exporter, supported by the release of strategic reserves, which has helped ease pressure on markets.
