Following a sharp rise in fuel prices linked to developments in the Middle East, Kosovo’s Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship and Trade has introduced new limits on profit margins for petroleum products in an effort to stabilize the domestic market.
The decision was signed by Mimoza Kusari-Lila, Minister of Industry, Entrepreneurship and Trade, who said the measure was necessary to protect consumers and ensure fair competition.
According to the ministry, the decision comes after continuous monitoring of the fuel market, including analysis of daily data from the Kosovo Customs and reports from the Central Market Inspection. Authorities found that increases in import prices were immediately reflected in retail fuel prices across the country.
Maximum Allowed Profit Margins
The new regulation sets clear limits on how much companies can earn per liter of fuel:
- Wholesale sales: up to 2 euro cents per liter
- Retail sales: up to 12 euro cents per liter
Officials also confirmed that market inspectors will be deployed in the field to ensure that fuel companies comply with the newly established margins.
The government says the move aims to prevent excessive price increases, maintain market stability, and shield consumers from sudden fluctuations in global energy markets.
