Key Market Indicators
In 2016, the Dominican Republic's fuel imports remained steady at approximately 82 cubic meters, showing no change from the prior year. This stagnation follows a significant upward trend since 1997, during which the country's demand for fuel has surged by about 20% annually. Contrastingly, the nation's fuel exports plummeted to zero cubic meters in 2016, a stark decline from the 38 cubic meters recorded in 2015. This represents a dramatic 100% decrease year-over-year. The downward trajectory in fuel exports has been ongoing since 2011, with the Dominican Republic experiencing a consistent annual decline of 100% in its fuel supply during this period.
