According to records in the afternoon of April 19, the domestic retail gas market continued to show local fluctuations after the upward adjustment period from the beginning of the month, with uneven adjustments between regions.
In the North, the price level is generally stable. In Hanoi, the price of 12kg gas cylinders is anchored at 629,208 VND, while 48kg cylinders stand at 2,516,832 VND. In Hai Phong, the price is almost unchanged, with 48kg cylinders at 2,462,400 VND and 12kg cylinders around 619,488 VND, showing that the market is operating in a narrow range.
The Central region recorded sideways developments in Da Nang, when the price of 12kg cylinders remained at 560,000 VND. Meanwhile, 48kg cylinders continued to stabilize at 2,179,000 VND after a previous sharp decrease, reflecting a trend of differentiation between product lines.
In the South, the market maintains a stable state in major cities. In Ho Chi Minh City, the price of a 12kg cylinder is at 612,000 VND, and a 48kg cylinder reaches 2,444,000 VND, no new fluctuations have been recorded. Meanwhile, Can Tho is still the area with the lowest price level, with a 12kg cylinder about 550,000 VND and a 48kg cylinder at 2,200,000 VND, creating a significant difference compared to major consumption centers.
In general, the domestic gas market is moving in a stable direction but differentiated by region, reflecting the impact of transportation costs, supply sources and the specific characteristics of the distribution system in each locality.
Domestic gas prices by brand
Updated on April 19, the domestic retail gas market continued to maintain a stable state at many major brands, not recording fluctuations compared to the previous session.
At the Petrolimex system, the price of 12kg gas cylinders is listed at 629,208 VND, while 48kg cylinders (industrial type) are kept at 2,516,832 VND. This price level has not changed compared to April 16, showing a sideways trend of key enterprises in the context of the market lacking new adjustment factors.
Similarly, Saigon Petro continues to maintain the same price level with a 12kg cylinder at 654,500 VND and a 45kg cylinder at 2,455,000 VND. This is still a relatively higher price group than the general level, mainly due to differences in distribution systems and logistics costs.
Pacific Petro has also not recorded fluctuations, with the price of a 12kg tank at 650,000 VND and a 45kg tank reaching 2,408,000 VND. Maintaining a stable price level for many consecutive sessions shows that market supply and demand are in a short-term balanced state.
For PV GAS, the selling price continues to be stable but clearly shows regional differentiation. In Hanoi, a 12kg cylinder is listed at 610.200 VND and a 45kg cylinder is 2,288.250 VND. Meanwhile, in Ho Chi Minh City, the price is higher with a 12kg cylinder at 640.081 VND and a 45kg cylinder reaching 2,400.259 VND, reflecting the difference in transportation costs and the characteristics of the Southern market.
In general, gas prices between brands are currently stable, but there are still significant differences according to regions and distribution systems. Closely monitoring price fluctuations according to each brand and area will help consumers and business households be more proactive in spending plans and choosing suitable sources of supply.
