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Federal Agencies Reject Claims of Nationwide Gas Station Closures and Fuel Shortage

The joint statement cites a 9% rise in Pemex fuel sales as evidence of normal supply and aims to calm consumer and transport-sector concern.

Overview

  • This week SENER, Pemex, the CNE, Profeco and ASEA issued a joint statement saying reports that the federal government is closing gas stations nationwide are completely false.
  • Pemex said it has enough gasoline and diesel to meet demand and reported a 9% increase in sales from January to May 2026 compared with the same period last year.
  • The agencies said inspections and verifications are carried out under existing law to confirm fuel origin, correct volumes and safety for users and the environment.
  • Pemex used social media to deny a separate claim that 100,000 barrels per day disappeared in the first quarter of 2026 because of illegal tapping.
  • Owners of small stations told reporters they still face supply gaps and pressure during inspections, a split that could raise the risk of local shortages and push independent operators to organize for better representation.