Mixed pump price adjustments seen Oct. 13

Inquirer.net - Oct 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Diesel products are on track for three consecutive weeks of rollbacks, while gasoline prices are expected to increase anew on Oct. 13. In an advisory on Friday, Jetti Petroleum president Leo Bellas said diesel prices may decrease by P1.80 to P2 per liter, while gasoline may rise by P2 to P2.20 per

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