Modest Fuel Price Drop in Morocco Reignites Questions

At the beginning of May, diesel prices fell by around MAD 1 ($0.10) per liter and gasoline by approximately MAD 1.10 ($0.11), bringing both fuels just below MAD 15 ($1.53) per liter. This drop follows three consecutive increases in March and April, raising concerns about the transparency of the pricing system. The structure of costs, including import, shipping, and taxes, contributes to a complex pricing equation that often delays the impact of fluctuations in crude oil prices on consumers.