The Ministry of Finance decided not to renew the extra financial aid of R$1.40 per liter given to imported diesel, keeping only the base subsidy for the sector.
The Ministry of Finance confirmed the suspension of the additional financial incentive of R$1.40 per liter granted to imported diesel. The emergency measure, which had been implemented in October to curb supply instability, lost its official validity this week.
With the economic team’s decision, fuel importers now rely only on the standard subsidy of R$2.12 per liter. The higher amount, which reached R$3.52 when adding the benefits, is temporarily no longer practiced in the country.
Despite the discontinuation of the extra value, the ministry emphasized that the international oil price scenario will continue to be closely monitored. Should new severe fluctuations arise in the global market, the federal government does not rule out recalculating the incentives.
Recomposition of refueling rules
The additional contribution was created to mitigate the risks of fuel shortages and balance the costs of external diesel purchases. The program required a public investment estimated at about R$1.6 billion during its period of validity.
At the time of the measure’s launch, the top priority of Minister Dario Durigan‘s administration was to ensure national market stability. The executive highlighted the action’s importance for maintaining energy security.
“It was a diesel subsidy to keep the peace we have today regarding the country’s fuel supply.”
Legislative process and fiscal scenario
The subsidy decision occurs alongside significant debates in the Federal Senate on the agenda of public accounts adjustments. Lawmakers advanced the review of PLP 299/2026, a complementary bill initiated by the government.
The legislative proposal allows for excluding up to R$10.5 billion in fuel subsidy expenses from the fiscal target. The matter will still undergo deliberations by key figures before proceeding to the House of Representatives for analysis.
The termination of the additional bonus reflects the pursuit of a balance between fiscal sustainability and the domestic supply of derivatives. The production market and distributors continue to monitor legislative developments and the fluctuations in international pricing.