The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that consumers will see lower cooking fuel prices this month, as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) rates drop by ₱0.40 per kilogram.

This translates to a ₱4.40 reduction for a standard 11-kilogram cylinder.

For September, domestic retail prices for an 11-kilogram LPG cylinder are estimated to range between ₱1,031 and ₱1,536, depending on the brand, location, and specific market factors.

Although the price cut is modest, Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin noted that every bit of savings matters for families managing everyday household expenses.

"For families who rely on LPG to prepare their meals every day, every peso saved can go toward other household needs," Garin said. "The reduction may be modest, but consumers should benefit whenever market conditions bring costs down."

The DOE noted that international LPG contract prices for September were heavily influenced by higher crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, Middle East supply constraints, and stronger Asian demand ahead of the winter season.

Garin also stressed the importance of transparency in retail pricing, adding that the agency will continue tracking market movements so consumers can plan accordingly.

“Consumers should be able to understand what drives the prices they pay,” Garin added. “We will continue to provide clear information on LPG price movements so households can make informed decisions and better manage their expenses.”

The price rollback materialized even as the international LPG Contract Price (CP) climbed to $649.50 per metric ton in September from $634.00 in August. That increase was offset by a drop in freight shipping rates—down to $94.41 per metric ton from $120.82—and a slightly stronger peso, which averaged ₱61.40 against the US dollar in August compared to ₱61.59 in July. Together, these lower underlying costs reduced the overall landed import cost of LPG. (Gabriell Christel Galang)