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Uruguay

Americas
Moderate
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Uruguay

Moderate
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily

Uruguay faces moderate exposure to the ongoing global oil crisis due to its 100% oil import dependency, despite having no direct Hormuz exposure. Gasoline prices are elevated at $1.38/L, and while current reserves of 55 days offer a short-term buffer, the sustained high Brent crude price of $91.87/bbl will continue to strain the economy. The country's robust renewable energy sector provides a significant mitigating factor, reducing overall reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation. However, without a domestic oil source, the outlook for the coming weeks suggests continued pressure on fuel costs and potential inflationary impacts, though its strong renewables will help stabilize the energy grid.

$1.38
Gasoline /L
+27.8% vs pre-war
55d
Reserves
8 weeks
+8.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: low
100%
Oil Imported
Hormuz: none

Fuel Prices

USD primary Β· UYU ($U) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 18, 2026

Gasoline
$1.38/L
$U55.3/L
+27.8% vs pre-war
Diesel
$1.25/L
$U50.1/L
+35.9% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.78/L
$U31.3/L
Kerosene / Jet A
$0.95/L
$U38.1/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $1.08/L Β· Diesel $0.92/L Β· Current prices are 27.8% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4$U40.7/L$U45.7/L$U50.7/L$U56.9/LPre-warβš” War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
UYU Β· live rates

Strategic Oil Reserves

55days
8 weeks
1.8 months
Below average β€” Under 2 months
Source: IEA/EIA
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
100%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
None
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
22%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+38%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+8.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Low
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Uruguay

Uruguayan court rejects injunction against offshore seismic prospection, allowing exploration to continue - MercoPress
Uruguayan court rejects injunction against offshore seismic prospection, allowing exploration to continue  MercoPress
Google NewsΒ·3h ago
Chevron and QatarEnergy acquire stakes in Uruguay offshore blocks - Upstream Online
Chevron and QatarEnergy acquire stakes in Uruguay offshore blocks  Upstream Online
Google NewsΒ·18d ago
Uruguay's 2030 Carbon Neutral Goal: a roadmap of renewables, tech, and trees - EurekAlert!
Uruguay's 2030 Carbon Neutral Goal: a roadmap of renewables, tech, and trees  EurekAlert!
Google NewsΒ·13d ago
The diesel-free road freight pushes of Chile and Uruguay - BNamericas
The diesel-free road freight pushes of Chile and Uruguay  BNamericas
Google NewsΒ·9d ago
Short-term political risk: Uruguay upgraded, Qatar and Suriname downgraded - Credendo
Short-term political risk: Uruguay upgraded, Qatar and Suriname downgraded  Credendo
Google NewsΒ·15d ago
QatarEnergy and Chevron join Shell in Uruguay's offshore oil exploration - MercoPress
QatarEnergy and Chevron join Shell in Uruguay's offshore oil exploration  MercoPress
Google NewsΒ·9d ago
DNV supports Cubico with technical due diligence for renewables portfolio in Uruguay - Energy Global
DNV supports Cubico with technical due diligence for renewables portfolio in Uruguay  Energy Global
Google NewsΒ·14d ago
Why Is Hyundai Motor Bringing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks to South America? - Fuel Cells Works
Why Is Hyundai Motor Bringing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks to South America?  Fuel Cells Works
Google NewsΒ·28d ago
Latest Supercar News: Mercedes hints at a new Maybach, Hyundai's XCIENT fuel cell trucks arrive in Uruguay, and Volkswagen teases the new interior of the 2027 Atlas - supercarblondie.com
Latest Supercar News: Mercedes hints at a new Maybach, Hyundai's XCIENT fuel cell trucks arrive in Uruguay, and Volkswagen teases the new interior of the 2027 Atlas  supercarblondie.com
Google NewsΒ·25d ago
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Flight Disruption Risk

Moderate

Jet fuel prices have risen ~38% above pre-war levels globally. Expect fuel surcharges on most international routes. No specific disruption data available for this country.

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Inbound Supply Ships

IntelligenceFull manifest β†’

No inbound tankers detected

May indicate supply disruption

Crisis Summary

Risk LevelModerate
Hormuz Exposurenone
CurrencyUYU ($U)
RegionAmericas
Data SourcesIEA Β· EIA Β· FAO Β· WFP
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Data: IEA, EIA, World Bank, FAO, GlobalPetrolPrices.com Β· Updated daily

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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