A. Background: 

(1) This refers to our PGEC in trail, blue, italic and after double line (a) 202 of 27.3.26 about HOBC/V Power is necessary for High Value Cars - Myth or Reality - KC Views & Recommendations (b) PGEC 201 of 24.3.26 about HOBC/V Power increased as predicted and No more HOBC/V Power & Other Recommendations (2) For List of other relevant QCs, please refer to Para C.

B. Updated Commentary

1. General: Further to KQU 3838 of 30.3.26 being an Important matter, we would inform you about Video by Mr Usman Butt highlighting a significant price disparity for high-octane petrol in Pakistan, specifically focusing on Aramco petrol stations Big Relief on High Octane: Aramco Petroleum Offers High Octane at Rs 200 Less Per Liter at Its Pumps (Attachment 205.1) in the ensuing paragraph, in Italic with emphasis in bold heading ours for quick reading.

2. Price Benefit: While the general market price for high-octane petrol has surged to approximately 610 PKR per liter due to a 200 PKR government levy, Aramco stations are selling it for 410 PKR per liter. This represents a massive 200 PKR per liter discount compared to competitors like Caltex, providing substantial relief to consumers.

3. Target Audience: High-octane fuel is primarily used for luxury and high-performance vehicles, including brands like Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, and Land Cruiser. (PGEC 202 of 27.3.26 in trail refer)

4. Engine Performance: The reporter explains that high-octane is a cleaner fuel essential for maintaining the performance and health of turbo-charged and luxury car engines.

5. Station Data: The video displays the Aramco price board, showing high-octane at 410 PKR, regular petrol at 323.2 PKR, and diesel at 337.9 PKR.

6. Nationwide Availability: The reporter notes that this discounted rate is not limited to Lahore but is available at Aramco pumps throughout Pakistan.

7. Corporate Initiative: It is clarified that this lower price is a specific initiative by the Saudi-owned company, Aramco, rather than a government-mandated reduction.

8. Government Context: The report mentions that the Prime Minister recently rejected a summary to further increase the prices of regular petrol and diesel.

9. Market Comparison: A nearby Caltex station is shown to be selling the same fuel for 609 PKR, emphasizing the competitive advantage of the Aramco price. (KC: PGEC 201: HOBC price of Rs 589 and V Power Sheel Price of Rs 601 to 609)

10. Economic Impact: The reporter suggests that reducing the burden on luxury vehicle owners may have a trickle-down effect on the broader transport sector and inflation.

C. List of other relevant QCs

(a) PGEC 204 of 28.3.26 about Govt focuses on Stability amid Energy Price shocks

(b) PGEC 203 of 28.3.26 about Unnecessary US-Israel War on Iran & Highly Amazing Predictions 

(c) PGEC 200 of 16.3.26 about HOBC/V Power, Furnace Oil plus 2 POL Prices expected to rise by 15% to 30% shortly

(d) PGEC 198 of 13.3.26 about Petrol Price expected to rise by Rs 15 to Rs 78 (including from 14.3.26 and KC Recommendations

(e) EIQC437 of 13.3.26 about Project Inflation at different POL prices and KC Views & Recommendations 

(f) EIQC 436 of 11.3.26 about February 2026 Inflation CPIU +6.8%, etc & Entity Products' Prices & Fees Re-Fixation

(g) PGEC 197 of 10.3.26 about Pakistan Significant POL Prices Increase VS 13 Countries and KC Views cum Recommendations 

(h) PGEC 196 of 7.3.26 about HOBC Benefits & KC Recommendations & 3 POL Items' Prices Significant Increase as predicted and further increase expected

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Should you require any clarification or explanations in respect of the above or otherwise, please feel free to email Mr Amsal at amsal@kasbati.co with CC to info.kasbati@professional-excellence.com.

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