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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Fire in fuels and the economy - The government does not touch the excise tax

Fuel prices in Greece are spiking, driven by the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict and the surge in crude oil prices, prompting concerns for businesses and potential government interventions.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Fortunately, we are not Sanchez

The author criticizes Greece's government for not reducing fuel taxes despite having a high tax rate, arguing that they use European regulations as an excuse for unpopular policies.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Electric Cars Targeted by Tax Authorities. End of Free Driving on Roads

The U.S. Congress is debating new electric vehicle fees as a way to fund infrastructure previously supported by fossil fuel taxes.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The idea of a windfall tax on fuel traders is absurd at its core

The proposal of a windfall tax for fuel traders in Latvia is being discussed amid rising fuel prices, but the implications of such a tax may be more complicated than perceived.

Mar 22 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Excise Duties, Rising Oil Prices and Cheaters: How the Temporary Discount is Being Eaten Up

The Italian government's fuel tax cuts are undermined by speculators and rising global crude oil prices amid ongoing conflict.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Iran crisis is hurting Australiansโ€™ hip pockets and driving inflation. Itโ€™s time for a windfall fossil fuel tax

The article discusses how the Iran crisis is exacerbating inflation in Australia, prompting calls for a windfall tax on fossil fuel profits to alleviate financial burdens on consumers.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Gasoline Prices: How Do Fuel Tax Stimuli End?

Mexican authorities have reactivated tax incentives on gasoline due to turbulence in the energy market, benefiting consumers at the pump after a year of no support.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

How much will drivers save? The Government estimates 16 euros less for the gasoline tank

The Spanish Government estimates that drivers will save an average of 16 euros per fuel tank due to new tax reductions on gasoline and diesel.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Oil refining with tax incentives in the Free Trade Zone of Manaus could lower fuel prices, evaluates senator

Senator Eduardo Braga believes that a new federal policy allowing oil refining in Manaus's Free Trade Zone, backed by tax incentives, could lead to lower gasoline prices in the region.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government regulates refining in the Free Trade Zone of Manaus and provides tax incentives for fuels

The Brazilian federal government has established regulations for oil refining in the Free Trade Zone of Manaus to offer tax incentives for local fuel production.

Mar 20 โ€ข 23:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why the exemption for fuel disappears before reaching the pumps

The Brazilian government's decision to eliminate taxes on diesel did not lead to immediate price reductions at gas stations due to the complexities of the supply chain.

Mar 20 โ€ข 21:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

New Minister of Finance Awaits States' Response on Diesel Proposal and Says 'War Impact Will Be As Minimal As Possible'

Brazil's new Minister of Finance, Dario Durigan, is waiting for states' responses regarding a proposal to eliminate the ICMS tax on diesel imports to combat rising fuel prices amid the Middle East conflict.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

What nonsense Rep, watch out for Erdogan and Chuck Norris: so today...

Illy Schlein criticizes the government's cuts to fuel taxes while paradoxically calling for the same cuts, revealing contradictions within her party's economic approach.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Excess profits?: The liberal voice is missing

A Bundestag debate reveals a lack of liberal commentary on the proposed excess profit tax related to fuel prices, with CDU lawmaker Klaus Wiener questioning the concept entirely.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Spain allocates billions to mitigate the effects of the war

Spain has announced a โ‚ฌ5 billion package to alleviate the impacts of the Iran war, featuring measures such as tax cuts on fuel and a freeze on rent increases.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Dear fuels, only 60% of distributors have cut prices

In Italy, only 60% of fuel distributors have reduced their prices in accordance with the government's tax cuts, while 40% have not complied, with a notable portion even increasing their prices.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Fuel, the excise cut has come into effect. Controls at the pump. Alarm over gas from Qatar

The Italian government has implemented a decree to cut fuel excise taxes in response to rising costs for families and businesses.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Fuel price reaching 2.20 euros per liter, excise tax planned to be reduced by 35%

Latvian authorities are proposing a 35% reduction in excise tax due to fuel prices hitting 2.20 euros per liter.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Spanish media: Spain plans to reduce the value-added tax on fuel products

Spain intends to reduce its value-added tax on fuel products from 21% to 10%, according to Spanish media sources.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

ZZS calls for urgent reduction of excise tax on diesel fuel used in agriculture

The Green and Farmers' Union (ZZS) of Latvia is proposing a reduction in the excise tax on diesel fuel for agricultural use amidst rising fuel prices to support farmers.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Government will lower fuel taxes and suspend the electricity production value tax

The Spanish government will reduce VAT on fuels to 10% and suspend the electricity production tax in response to energy market tensions caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Shock Absorption, 35% Lower Excise Duty, 'We'll Sit with Bookkeeping', Apocalypse Scenarios: Discussion on Fuel Prices

A discussion among Latvian government officials and economists on the implications of reducing excise taxes on fuel prices and managing energy crises.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Carollo: "Itโ€™s only a temporary measure, a 7 billion effort was needed"

Energy expert Salvatore Carollo criticizes the Italian government's recent decision to cut fuel excise taxes, calling it a temporary measure that does not address the underlying causes of rising energy costs.

Mar 20 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Government explores new tax for gas, coal to buffer fuel costs

The Australian government is considering a new tax on gas and coal companies to help mitigate fuel costs exacerbated by the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Fuel Prices: After the Fuel Package, a Windfall Tax Could Follow

The Bundestag is debating tighter regulations for gas stations, with a potential windfall tax on excessive profits generating controversy.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

For distorting statements regarding the special tax on fuels, P. Marinakis accuses PASOK

P. Marinakis, the government spokesperson, reacts to remarks made by PASOK's spokesperson regarding the government's position on the opposition's request for a temporary reduction of the Special Consumption Tax and VAT on fuels.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Fuel Prices in Latvia โ€“ Lower than the EU Average

Fuel prices in Latvia are currently lower than the EU average, despite recent discussions on the excess profit tax on fuel sales.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Acre this Thursday, March 19, 2026

The article discusses rising fuel prices in Brazil, government proposals on tax reductions, international incidents, and political developments.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

States should reject government proposal to reduce ICMS on fuels; Treasury says it is willing to negotiate

Brazilian governors are currently inclined to reject the federal government's proposal to eliminate the ICMS tax on diesel fuel imports, arguing it could negatively impact public finances.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: The Ministry of Finance is considering an unexpected tax on oil companies

Germany is exploring an unexpected tax on oil companies to alleviate fuel prices exacerbated by the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula reinforces request to governors for reduction of ICMS on fuels

President Lula has reiterated his request to Brazilian governors to reduce the ICMS tax on fuels, highlighting the internal impacts of the Middle East war on fuel prices.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

One state reduced fuel excise - their price will decrease by 25 cents per liter

Italy has announced a temporary reduction in fuel excise taxes, aimed at lowering fuel prices by 25 cents per liter for 20 days starting Thursday.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Decrease in pump prices: why France cannot afford to imitate Giorgia Meloni

France is unable to imitate Italy's temporary fuel tax cuts that reduced prices by 25 cents per liter, due to budget constraints.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

EV charging tax 'slashed' plan as drivers without driveways 'penalised'

Ministers in the UK are urged to reduce VAT on public electric vehicle charging from 20% to 5% to alleviate higher costs for drivers without home charging options amidst rising fuel prices.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government proposes to states to eliminate ICMS on diesel imports

The Brazilian federal government has proposed that states abolish the ICMS tax on diesel imports to address rising fuel prices.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Fuel Decree, from Excise Cuts to Fines for Oil Companies. All the Measures

The Italian government has approved a decree aimed at reducing fuel prices through excise cuts, tax credits for transport and fishing industries, and fines for oil companies.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Amendola: โ€œSpot measure, a typical TV sales pitch for an election campaignโ€

Enzo Amendola criticizes the government's temporary fuel tax cut, characterizing it as inadequate and merely a campaign tactic.

Mar 18 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Italian government is reducing fuel taxes for the next three weeks

The Italian government has announced a temporary 25 cent per liter tax reduction on fuel for the next three weeks to help citizens facing increasing fuel prices.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Pierakakis on Fuel Pass: "We are not there yet" โ€“ The condition for the excise tax

Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierakakis announced the potential return of the Fuel Pass while highlighting the need for further observation of the ongoing crisis before implementation.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It is official: a bill in Congress could save you $22 a month on gasoline amid rising prices

A proposed law in the U.S. Congress seeks to suspend the federal gasoline tax to alleviate financial burdens on consumers facing rising fuel prices.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 1 South of Minas on Wednesday, March 18, 2026

A series of incidents reported include a hostage situation resulting in a death, the arrest of a military officer for suspicion of murder, and government proposals related to fuel taxes.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Reaction to Iran War: Austria Plans to Lower Fuel Tax

Austria plans to reduce fuel costs by lowering taxes and intervening in the profit margins of refineries and gas stations in response to rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Austria plans to temporarily reduce taxes on gasoline and diesel and limit dealer margins

Austria is set to temporarily lower taxes on fuel and impose restrictions on dealer margins as part of its economic measures.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Travel organizers do not stop - another company introduces a fuel tax

Another travel company, Coral Travel, is implementing a fuel tax for trips booked before March 8, affecting flights scheduled between April 8 and May 8.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Dear fuel prices, extraordinary Council of Ministers at 7 PM

The Italian government is convening an extraordinary Cabinet meeting to address rising fuel prices, considering measures like tax cuts and bonuses just days before a referendum.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

PASOK: Reduction of Special Consumption Tax and VAT on Fuels for the Duration of the Crisis

PASOK advocates for a reduction in fuel taxes to alleviate the financial burden on consumers amidst rising fuel prices due to the ongoing crisis.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

What is Happening in Latvia? - On the Risks of Rising Fuel Prices and Inflation and Their Mitigation

Latvian ministers have agreed on reducing fuel excise taxes and the potential introduction of a super-profit tax on fuel traders amid rising fuel and commodity prices.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The '27' confront fuel price increases 'as one'

Austria has decided to temporarily reduce fuel taxes to help households and businesses cope with soaring prices due to the Gulf War.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Siliล†a: fuel traders must reckon with 'impressive' excess profit tax

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliล†a indicates that the planned excess profit tax for fuel traders will be considerable, with specific percentages yet to be determined.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Prime Minister: The excess profit tax on fuel traders will be impressive

The Latvian Prime Minister indicated plans for a significant excess profit tax on fuel traders, while discussing measures to stabilize fuel prices.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:56 UTC

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