Global oil markets show a mixed but relatively steady stance in the mid 80s USD per barrel according to the latest international quotes. Brent crude stands at 85.14 USD per barrel and WTI at 87.28 USD per barrel. Historical marks in the dataset indicate Brent was 88.09 USD seven days ago and 73.12 USD thirty days ago, while WTI was 81.77 USD seven days ago and 69.97 USD thirty days ago. As of 24 July 2026, the data suggests a modest pullback for Brent over the past week while WTI has advanced in the short term, signaling a nuanced global crude backdrop feeding domestic fuel markets.
Domestic prices per liter in Vietnamese dong show a regional premium in Region 2 across all listed products. The values (VND per liter) are as follows: DO 0.001S-V Region 1 25,420; Region 2 25,920; DO 0.05S-II Region 1 23,320; Region 2 23,780; Gasoline E5 RON 92-II Region 1 19,820; Region 2 20,210; Kerosene 2-K Region 1 24,590; Region 2 25,080; Gasoline E10 RON 95-III Region 1 20,550; Region 2 20,960; Gasoline E10 RON 95-V Region 1 21,750; Region 2 22,180. The regional spreads range from about 390 to 490 VND per liter, with the largest gap observed for the E10 95-V variant, signaling a consistent premium in Region 2 across multiple fuel types.
The persistent Region 2 premium implies that distribution costs, logistics, or localized tax and subsidy structures continue to shape price formation rather than a uniform pass-through of crude costs. With international benchmarks oscillating in the mid 80s and domestic prices showing a steady regional divergence, near-term movements will likely depend on shifts in global supply dynamics, refinery output, and any government price interventions that could tighten or widen the observed gaps between regions.
Market news and sentiment from the last 24 hours highlight a global narrative of rising gasoline and crude prices, including headlines noting Brent trading near or above the 100 USD per barrel level due to geopolitical tensions and supply concerns. Domestic reports emphasize ongoing price pressures and the potential impact of policy actions on pump prices. Taken together, the data underscore a volatile but directional environment where global benchmarks and regional pricing dynamics interact to shape the near term fuel outlook.
