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Electricity prices are rising: What consumers in Austria need to know now!
Find out everything about the current developments in electricity and gas prices in Austria in June 2025 and their impact on consumers.
Electricity prices are rising: What consumers in Austria need to know now!
On May 24, 2025 it was announced that electricity prices in Austria would rise from next June. At the same time, gas prices are expected to fall, which is important for many households. This information comes from the 5min, which documents the developments by the Austrian Energy Agency.
The current oneElectricity price index (ÖSPI month)is given at EUR 71.85/MWh, which means an increase of 10.4% compared to the previous month. Compared to June of the previous year, the index actually rose by 8.2%. The peak load price is 16.6% below the base load price, which will also be relevant for some consumers. In addition, the gas price index (ÖGPI monthly) was recorded, which fell by 1.8% compared to the previous month. Nevertheless, the increase compared to the same period last year is 20.7%, with a current level of 37.97 EUR/MWh.
Market development and indices
The indices for electricity and gas are based on quotations on the EEX (European Energy Exchange) and only reflect the pure energy component. Loud Energy Agency The indices correspond to trading activity in wholesale and thus reflect the dynamics of the energy markets. The standardized calculation method is intended to ensure transparent price developments for consumers and energy suppliers.
However, the total prices for electricity and gas are not only made up of the indices. They also include network fees as well as taxes and duties. Rising or falling indices can therefore lead to muted price changes for end consumers. It is still unclear whether the changes on the energy markets will also have a long-term impact on end customer prices.
Price trends in the energy sector
Further price developments in the energy sector show different trends. While electricity prices rose by 0.2% month-on-month and increased by 36.3% year-on-year, gas prices for end customers fell by 11.6%. Diesel prices fell by 3.2% in March 2025, marking a year-on-year decline of 7.8%, while premium petrol prices also fell by 3.2% in the same period.
Heating oil prices also fell by 4.1% compared to February, which could be an encouraging development since overall heating oil prices were 8.6% below the previous year's level. These developments are part of a larger picture that exists in the Energy Agency is outlined, where the trends for district heating and wood pellets are also highlighted.
In conclusion, it can be said that developments in the electricity and gas markets should be followed closely by consumers. Switching providers could prove to be financially beneficial to counteract rising costs.