Source: Fortune.com
Summary
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline in the US has risen to $4, according to AAA, as the US and Iran have launched more attacks. This marks a significant increase from the average price of $3.14 a gallon a year ago. Gas prices vary between states due to factors such as supply and tax rates. The price hike is also affecting people worldwide. Oil prices have climbed again in recent days, with Brent crude rising 3.2% to $90.95 per barrel and US crude climbing 2.8% to $84.04 per barrel.
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Gas prices jump to $4 a gallon as US and Iran launch more attacks. The national average has increased from $3.14 a gallon a year ago. Oil prices have climbed again, with Brent crude rising 3.2% to $90.95 per barrel and US crude climbing 2.8% to $84.04 per barrel. The price hike is affecting people worldwide. The situation is likely to impact affordability and push up prices for groceries and other goods.
The war is driving up costs, and the numbers are telling the story.
Author: Evan Null
