Fuel prices in Portugal reached new record highs on Monday, causing concern for businesses and essential services. Diesel prices increased by 12 cents, while gasoline rose by 9 cents. This surge threatens the operational costs of various businesses and potentially disrupts services across the country. The price hikes are sparking worries about inflation and the economic impact on consumers. Experts predict further instability in fuel costs due to global market factors. The situation is being closely monitored as the increases could have widespread consequences for Portugal’s economy. These new maximum prices are impacting transportation and logistics sectors particularly hard.