In Manaus, the price of gasoline has risen again, marking the second increase in less than a month. The cost per liter jumped from R$ 7.29 to R$ 7.59 on March 22, 2026, catching many drivers off guard due to the lack of prior notice. Additionally, the price for the aditivated version of gasoline also saw a rise, moving from R$ 7.49 to R$ 7.79.

This increase follows a previous adjustment made on March 7, when the gasoline price also increased by R$ 0.30. Just 15 days prior, the cost had been R$ 6.99 per liter. This swift sequence of price hikes has raised concerns among consumers who were unprepared for such regular increases, particularly due to their proximity and frequency. Attempts by journalists from g1 to obtain explanations from the Refinaria da Amazônia regarding the reasons for these increases were unsuccessful.

The implications of these price hikes extend beyond just the consumer market; they may impact transportation costs and consumer spending in a broader economic context. While the immediate reaction centers on the financial burden felt by local drivers, there is potential for this situation to influence fuel supply and demand dynamics within the region, as well as affect inflation rates in the retail market overall.