Fuel Price Surge Deals Crushing Blow to Public

Record-smashing hike in petrol price renders debilitating effects on ordinary people
Vehicles at petrol pumps now mostly motorcycles as cars become unaffordable
Fuel price hike causes rippling effect on cost of daily commodities
Transport workers like rickshaw drivers hit hard by rising fuel costs
Public resignation at relentless fuel price hikes, demands explanation

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8/25/2023

PKR vs USD: Massive increase in petroleum prices expected in next fortnight review

The fall in the value of the Pakistani rupee against the US dollar is expected to cause a surge in inflation, with petrol and diesel prices projected to increase by over Rs13 per litre due to the exchange rate, potentially reaching double digits if the dollar continues to appreciate. Additionally, the rise in dollar value will also lead to further increases in electricity tariffs, making the lives of citizens more difficult.

9/1/2023

Consumers punished with more hikes in sugar, pulses rates

Hoarding, smuggling, and rupee depreciation have led to further price increases in sugar, pulses, and ghee/cooking oil in Karachi, causing misery for consumers.

9/1/2023

Economic crisis: Pakistan jacks up petrol, diesel prices past PKR 300-mark for first time in its history - Times of India

The recent increase in energy prices in Pakistan has led to protests over high inflation and electricity bills, with demonstrators burning utility bills, blocking highways, and attacking power company offices. The caretaker government has refused to lower energy prices without approval from the IMF, and has further increased petrol and diesel prices by over 14 Pakistani Rupees (PKR), surpassing PKR 300.

9/8/2023

Pakistan's Economic Crisis Forces Poor Families to Make Heartbreaking Choices

Millions of Pakistanis are facing the devastating consequences of an unprecedented economic crisis, with rising inflation, soaring fuel and electricity prices, and a weakening currency, leaving low-income households struggling to make ends meet.

9/16/2023

Pakistan Expands Nuclear Arsenal Despite Economic Crisis and 27% Inflation

The caretaker government of Pakistan has raised petrol and diesel prices to record levels, leading to a surge in inflation and impacting the prices of essential commodities, while the country continues to invest in and expand its nuclear weapons program.

9/16/2023

Pakistan Announces Steep Fuel Price Hike, Crossing Rs. 330 per Liter Mark for Petrol amid Economic Crisis

The caretaker government in Pakistan has announced a historic hike in petrol and diesel prices, with fuel costing over ₹330 per litre, further burdening the public already facing high inflation.

9/17/2023

Inflationary Pressures Mount as Pakistan Raises Fuel Prices Again

The unprecedented increase in fuel prices in Pakistan is expected to cause a significant rise in inflation, with the Consumer Price Index projected to reach as high as 30% to 32% in September 2023.

10/5/2023

Gas Prices Not as High as Political Rhetoric Suggests When Adjusted for Inflation

Gasoline prices have increased over time, but when adjusted for inflation and considered in relation to fuel efficiency and real wages, they are only marginally more expensive than in previous years, highlighting the often misleading nature of political rhetoric surrounding gas prices.

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Posted 9/17/2023, 12:59:27 AM

Fuel Price Surge Deals Crushing Blow to Public

Record-smashing hike in petrol price renders debilitating effects on ordinary people
Vehicles at petrol pumps now mostly motorcycles as cars become unaffordable
Fuel price hike causes rippling effect on cost of daily commodities
Transport workers like rickshaw drivers hit hard by rising fuel costs
Public resignation at relentless fuel price hikes, demands explanation

dawn.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/25/2023

PKR vs USD: Massive increase in petroleum prices expected in next fortnight review

9/1/2023

Consumers punished with more hikes in sugar, pulses rates

Hoarding, smuggling, and rupee depreciation have led to further price increases in sugar, pulses, and ghee/cooking oil in Karachi, causing misery for consumers.

9/1/2023

Economic crisis: Pakistan jacks up petrol, diesel prices past PKR 300-mark for first time in its history - Times of India

9/8/2023

Pakistan's Economic Crisis Forces Poor Families to Make Heartbreaking Choices

9/16/2023

Pakistan Expands Nuclear Arsenal Despite Economic Crisis and 27% Inflation

9/16/2023

Pakistan Announces Steep Fuel Price Hike, Crossing Rs. 330 per Liter Mark for Petrol amid Economic Crisis

The caretaker government in Pakistan has announced a historic hike in petrol and diesel prices, with fuel costing over ₹330 per litre, further burdening the public already facing high inflation.

9/17/2023

Inflationary Pressures Mount as Pakistan Raises Fuel Prices Again

The unprecedented increase in fuel prices in Pakistan is expected to cause a significant rise in inflation, with the Consumer Price Index projected to reach as high as 30% to 32% in September 2023.

10/5/2023

Gas Prices Not as High as Political Rhetoric Suggests When Adjusted for Inflation