Analysts Weigh Fuel Tax Cut as a Way to Curb Inflation

Published on Honduras Daily · Oct 2, 2026 · Originally reported September 29, 2026 by TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI)

Economists debated whether Honduras should cut or scrap fuel taxes—which raise roughly L14 billion (about $560 million) a year, or 7.5% of state tax revenue—to ease inflation and household costs, though analysts warned the move would require immediate budget reforms or alternative funding.

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