Global oil markets show a cautious tone as Brent crude sits near 102.58 USD per barrel and WTI around 90.44 USD per barrel. The data for the last 30 days show Brent peaking near 108.46 USD/bbl and WTI near 105.3 USD/bbl, indicating a pullback from earlier highs while remaining elevated versus the very short term. This global backdrop provides a relatively firm floor for domestic fuel values, even as regional price dynamics introduce variation. As of 15 October 2026, near term price momentum appears restrained, with moves largely awaiting fresh macro cues and inventory signals.
Domestic retail prices for key products are reported in two regions, measured in VND per liter with unit clarified as VND per liter. The available data show Region 1 prices at: DO 0.001S-V 32,090; DO 0.05S-II 30,490; Gasoline E5 RON 92-II 26,390; Kerosene 2-K 30,630; Gasoline E10 RON 95-III 27,080; Gasoline E10 RON 95-V 28,080. Region 2 prices are: DO 0.001S-V 32,730; DO 0.05S-II 31,090; Gasoline E5 RON 92-II 26,910; Kerosene 2-K 31,240; Gasoline E10 RON 95-III 27,620; Gasoline E10 RON 95-V 28,640. Unit: VND per liter.
Across the two regions, price differentials hover around several hundred VND per liter, with Region 2 consistently higher than Region 1 by roughly 500 to 700 VND per liter depending on the product. The gap is modestly wider for diesel and kerosene than for the gasoline variants, suggesting regional factors such as distribution costs or local tax adjustments may be influencing final pump prices. While domestic price levels align with the general direction of international crude, the observed regional dispersion highlights how logistics and local market conditions shape the actual consumer prices faced by drivers and households.
Over the last 24 hours, market news emphasizes that global crude has remained supportive, with daily coverage noting international price gains and domestic markets preparing for potential price adjustments later in the day. Various sources point to a sustained high world oil level contributing to a cautious stance on near term domestic pricing, while traders watch geopolitical developments and supply signals, including Iran related factors, that could influence ongoing price dynamics. The composite picture suggests the domestic market is likely to respond to shifts in global benchmarks, with the date of reference being 15 October 2026.
In summary, domestic fuel prices display regional disparities but stay broadly aligned with a firm global crude environment. The two regional price tracks for gasoline, diesel, and kerosene reflect typical market frictions, while international benchmarks provide a supportive backdrop for continued price stability with potential for modest adjustments as new data arrives. Units remain VND per liter for all listed products.
