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How is the price cap calculated?
Ofgem calculates the energy price cap based on wholesale energy costs, network charges, operating costs for suppliers, and a small profit margin. It aims to protect consumers from excessive charges, especially relevant as BP's profits highlight rising fuel prices due to global events like the Middle East war, impacting household bills.
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