This study explores the impact of the mandatory display of average fuel prices at gas stations in Italy, implemented on August 1st , 2023. Using daily price data at municipal level, the analysis examines the effects on fuel prices transparency and volatility by employing a panel event study design. Results show no statistically significant changes in fuel prices, except for Liquefied Petroleum Gas.

Assessing the spatial impact of the 'display the average fuel prices' obligation in Italy

D'Alberto, Riccardo
2025-01-01

Abstract

This study explores the impact of the mandatory display of average fuel prices at gas stations in Italy, implemented on August 1st , 2023. Using daily price data at municipal level, the analysis examines the effects on fuel prices transparency and volatility by employing a panel event study design. Results show no statistically significant changes in fuel prices, except for Liquefied Petroleum Gas.
2025
979-12-80655-52-3
fuels, price transparency, Italian municipalities, event study
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