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Government interventions and fines for abusive pricing may cause fluctuations in fuel prices and market uncertainty.
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Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) has established a duty to assist Procons, consumer protection agencies, in response to rising fuel prices. This support aims to protect consumers by monitoring fuel prices and addressing complaints about abusive pricing. Recently, the National Petroleum Agency (ANP) fined 11 companies for signs of abusive pricing during inspections. These actions affect Brazilian consumers and fuel retailers by promoting fair pricing and consumer rights enforcement.