Expected Petrol Price in Pakistan (From 16 August 2025)

Expected Petrol Price in Pakistan (From 16 August 2025)

Petroleum prices have always been matters of public concern in Pakistan because of their direct effect on transport fares-inflation rate, or general economic activity. With yet another fortnightly price review falling due on August 16, 2025, motorists and businesses want to know if the rates will go up or come down, or simply remain where they are. Based on current market data in conjunction with international crude oil trends, petrol prices are most likely going to be at Rs 264.61 per liter.

Know more about: 2018 petrol price in Pakistan 

پاکستان میں پٹرولیم کی قیمتیں ہمیشہ عوامی تشویش کا باعث رہی ہیں کیونکہ ان کا براہ راست اثر ٹرانسپورٹ کرایوں پر مہنگائی کی شرح، یا عمومی اقتصادی سرگرمیوں پر پڑتا ہے۔ 16 اگست 2025 کو قیمتوں کا ایک اور پندرہ روزہ جائزہ آنے کے بعد، گاڑی چلانے والے اور کاروبار جاننا چاہتے ہیں کہ کیا قیمتیں بڑھیں گی یا نیچے آئیں گی، یا وہیں رہیں گی جہاں وہ ہیں۔ بین الاقوامی خام تیل کے رجحانات کے ساتھ مل کر موجودہ مارکیٹ کے اعداد و شمار کی بنیاد پر، پٹرول کی قیمتیں 264.61 روپے فی لیٹر ہونے کا امکان ہے۔

Current Petrol Price

Current Prices of Fuels below:

Factors Affecting Petrol Price

Here’s a point-form list of factors affecting petrol prices in Pakistan:

• International crude oil prices have a direct impact on local petrol prices. 
• The exchange rate of the US dollar affects petrol costs in Pakistan, as a depreciation of the PKR makes petrol more costly. 
• Taxes and levies imposed by the government, including the petroleum levy and GST, significantly increase the retail price. 
• The final price is influenced by expenses related to transportation, refining, and importing oil. 
• Fluctuations in prices can occur due to seasonal demand changes, such as during harvesting or holidays. 
• Global disruptions in the supply chain, like conflicts, sanctions, or decisions made by OPEC, can limit the supply and drive prices up. 
• In Pakistan, the costs associated with local fuel distribution, including storage, transportation, and dealer margins, impact the prices. 
• Rising inflation contributes to higher operational and import costs for fuel. 
• The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) adjusts retail prices every fortnight, influencing purchasing costs. 
• Political and economic instability can weaken the rupee, leading to higher petrol prices.

Petrol Prices Expected to Dip in Mid-August

As predicted by the industry, in tandem with currency forecasts and crude oil futures, experts believe that the petrol price shall hover around Rs 264.61 per liter during the third fortnight of August 2025. This projection is supported by the following factors:

• Stable Global Oil Prices: Brent crude prices have been steady for weeks now. 
• PKR Exchange Rate Stability: There has been very minimal fluctuation of the Pakistani Rupee against the US dollar.
• Government Price Buffer: The government might try to keep prices steady so there aren’t sudden jumps in inflation during the middle of the month.

Impacts on Consumers

Positive Impacts

• Lower Transportation Costs

Lower transport costs will directly benefit private motorists, public transport operators, and goods transport companies because lower petrol and diesel prices lead to lower overall commuting and freight expenses. 

• Inflation Control

With reduced diesel prices, the pressure on the costs of transporting goods, particularly food, may ease slightly, hence short-run inflationary pressure mitigation. 

• Relief for Businesses

It runs at a much lower cost for all firms with fuel-dependent operations, such as logistics, agriculture, and manufacturing, among others.  

Negative Impacts

• Higher Household Energy Costs

Since rural households use more kerosene for their household needs and small businesses rely on light diesel oil to run their machinery, price hikes in these two products will impose added pressure on them.

• Benefits Disparity

Though urban motorists can rejoice because of cheaper petrol, rural communities will have to bear more expenses since they rely more on kerosene and LDO. This creates a disparity in the relief.

City-Wise Petrol Price Overview

Conclusion

The expected carrying over of the current petrol price into H2 August 2025 offers short-term monetary relief to Pakistani consumers as well as businesses. Prices remain susceptible to sudden swings in the international crude oil markets as well as exchange rate movements. Having such updates enables individuals and enterprises to plan their budgets.

پٹرول کی موجودہ قیمت کو H2 اگست 2025 تک لے جانے سے پاکستانی صارفین اور کاروباری اداروں کو مختصر مدت کے لیے مالیاتی ریلیف ملے گا۔ بین الاقوامی خام تیل کی منڈیوں کے ساتھ ساتھ شرح مبادلہ میں اچانک تبدیلی کے لیے قیمتیں حساس رہتی ہیں۔ اس طرح کی تازہ کارییں افراد اور کاروباری اداروں کو اپنے بجٹ کی منصوبہ بندی کرنے کے قابل بناتی ہیں۔

FAQ’s

What is the petrol price from 16 August 2025?

The price is expected to remain 264.61 per litter. 

Why is the petrol price not changing this time?

Petrol price is not changing due to the stable global oil prices.

Can prices change after 16 August?

Unfortunately, global market movements impact the prices.