Government proposes new formula to calculate diesel price based on international markets
Portafolio Journalist 03.30.2026 10:56 Updated: 03.30.2026 10:56
TL;DR
- New resolution redefines diesel price calculation in Colombia using international references with weekly updates.
- The proposal establishes limits for producer income, not falling below international parity or exceeding import parity.
- The scheme aligns with the Fuel Price Stabilization Fund (FEPC) to optimize public resource use.
- Weekly updates aim to reflect global diesel price variations more accurately.
- The initiative includes provisions for price publication and disclosure by fuel chain agents.
- Market actors will be required to report price formation data for monitoring by authorities.
- The project is open for public comment before potential adoption.