This is reported by RIA Novosti with reference to Rosstat materials.
At the same time, it is noted that the average retail prices for gasoline in Russia during this period became two copecks higher and amounted to 44.68 rubles per liter.
In the week of October 21 to 27, diesel fuel became 13 kopecks more expensive, while gas prices did not change.
Earlier, the Izvestia newspaper, citing a study, reported that gas demand in Russia had declined. It was noted that from January to September, gasoline consumption decreased by almost 1% compared to the same period in 2018.