Economy
Thailand Maintains Retail Fuel Prices Amid Subsidy Adjustment
The Oil Fuel Fund Executive Committee (OFFEC) has decided to keep retail fuel prices unchanged while reducing the subsidy for B7 diesel.
According to a report from Matichon Online on September 17, 2026, the Oil Fuel Fund Executive Committee (OFFEC) has confirmed that there will be no adjustments to retail fuel prices in Thailand at this time.
While retail prices remain stable for consumers, the committee has enacted a change to the subsidy structure for B7 diesel. Effective September 18, 2026, the subsidy for B7 diesel will be reduced to 8.62 baht per liter.
For residents and travelers in Thailand, this decision means that the immediate cost of refueling vehicles at gas stations will not change following this announcement. Maintaining stable retail prices is often a strategy used to manage inflationary pressure on transportation and logistics costs.
However, it remains to be confirmed how long the current retail price levels can be sustained if global oil market volatility continues. Travelers planning road trips across the country should note that while prices are currently held steady, fuel costs remain a variable component of travel budgets. Further updates regarding the Oil Fuel Fund's management of these subsidies will depend on future market conditions and committee deliberations.
