Finance31 March, 20261 min read
UAE Fuel Prices Surge Up to 70% in April Amid Middle East Oil Shock
April 2026 UAE fuel prices rise for petrol and diesel, per committee. Diesel surges over 70%; petrol variants rise 30%–70%.
UAE Fuel Prices Surge
The UAE Fuel Price Committee announced steep increases for April 2026. Super 98 petrol rose 31% to Dh3.39 per litre. Diesel surged 72.4% to Dh4.69 per litre.
Price Increase Driven by Global Oil
The surge reflects escalating global crude oil prices amid geopolitical tensions. Brent crude nearly hit $120 per barrel. Diesel saw the steepest global increase.
Market-Linked Pricing Since 2015
The UAE has operated a market-linked pricing system since 2015. The Fuel Price Committee revises rates monthly. Benchmarks such as Murban crude are part of wider indicators.
Consumer Impact and Inflation Risks
The price increase affects transportation costs and consumer spending. Higher fuel prices tend to ripple through inflation indices. The war nears its second month.