Rising fuel costs, driven by disruptions in Kazakh oil deliveries and global market tensions, are poised to impact Romanian consumers. Feliciu Paraschiv, of the ANCMMR, warned that price increases will likely begin with imported goods and those packaged in plastic. These initial hikes are expected within the coming months. The increased cost of transportation will be a primary driver of these changes, impacting the overall supply chain. Persistent blockages in fuel supply could then extend price increases to a broader range of supermarket products. This situation presents a growing concern for household budgets across the country, potentially fueling broader inflation.