Global oil markets moved higher on 18 July 2026 as traders weigh near term demand against supply dynamics, with Brent crude at 76.23 USD per barrel and WTI at 72.00 USD per barrel. The data show Brent at 76.08 USD the previous day and 76.08 USD seven days ago, with 30 days ago at 79.11 USD. WTI was 71.81 USD the previous day and seven days ago, and 75.36 USD 30 days ago. The overall tone remains cautious, with the mid 70s serving as a pivotal range for near term pricing.
Domestically, retail prices for the main fuels show no daily change across the listed regions. Gasoline E5 RON 92-II is 19,190 VND per liter in Region 1 and 19,570 VND per liter in Region 2. Kerosene 2-K is 21,610 VND/L in Region 1 and 22,040 VND/L in Region 2. Gasoline E10 RON 95-III is 20,000 VND/L in Region 1 and 20,400 VND/L in Region 2. Gasoline E10 RON 95-V is 21,200 VND/L in Region 1 and 21,620 VND/L in Region 2. Across all products, Region 2 prices are higher than Region 1 by about 380 to 470 VND per liter, reflecting regional pricing structures rather than changes today.
Fuel type comparisons show E10 variants priced above E5 across both regions, with E5 prices around 19,190 to 19,570 VND per liter and E10 variants around 20,000 to 20,400 VND per liter. The gap ranges roughly 400–430 VND per liter depending on the region, highlighting the premium for higher ethanol blends in the current domestic slate.
In the latest 24 hour news flow, global oil headlines point to a rally as geopolitical tensions and demand signals push prices higher. Reports cited by multiple outlets note near 4 to 5 percent gains in crude during the period, while domestic markets faced pressure in several commentaries. The current data set for 18 July 2026 shows no daily change in the listed domestic fuel prices, underscoring a period of price stability even as external factors keep global markets in focus.
