Profeco Negotiates with Pemex to Curb Gasoline Price Hikes in Quintana Roo

Cancún, Quintana Roo — Mexico’s Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) is negotiating with state oil company Pemex to reduce logistical costs for transporting fuel to Quintana Roo, aiming to contain gasoline prices at around 24 pesos per liter and prevent further increases in the state.

Profeco head Iván Escalante Ruiz explained that transportation represents one of the main factors driving up fuel costs in Cancún and other areas of the state. He noted that moving gasoline to the region involves significant expenses that directly impact the final price consumers pay.

Escalante Ruiz indicated that in the coming months, authorities could finalize the renewal of an agreement that was in effect last year, which would strengthen joint efforts to stabilize prices throughout 2026.

The announcement comes amid rising citizen complaints about fuel costs at various service stations in Quintana Roo, where in some cases the price per liter has reached 26 pesos. According to Profeco, this variation primarily stems from distribution costs before sale.

Escalante Ruiz clarified that while the agency lacks authority to set or regulate gasoline prices, it maintains permanent verification operations, particularly in high-demand areas. These inspections aim to detect potential abuses and ensure stations comply with current regulations.

He reiterated that supervision will remain active to guarantee consumers receive full liters and that displayed prices match those charged.