Petroleum Sales in Pakistan Surge 5% Year-Over-Year in March 2025

In March 2025, petroleum sales in Pakistan experienced a year-on-year (YoY) increase of 5%, reaching a total of 1.22 million tons. This growth reflects a significant rise in sales, attributable to a combination of seasonal and economic factors.

Analysts from Arif Habib Limited attributed the YoY increase in petroleum sales to several key factors: increased intercity travel related to Eid festivities, heightened economic activity during Ramadan, a notable decline in petroleum prices that encouraged greater consumption, and a surge in automobile sales.

Examining individual fuel types, High Speed Diesel (HSD) recorded a 5% YoY increase in sales, amounting to 0.49 million tons in March 2025, compared to 0.43 million tons in March 2024. The growth in HSD sales is primarily linked to a 9.7% YoY reduction in prices, which has made it more appealing to consumers and industries.

Motor Spirit (MS), commonly known as petrol, also exhibited a modest 1% YoY increase, totaling 0.58 million tons. The 8.6% YoY decline in MS prices contributed to sustaining demand. Additionally, Furnace Oil (FO) sales surged by 22% YoY, reaching 0.05 million tons, supported by an increased reliance on FO-based power generation.

Source: Pakistan Revenue