Event Brief
Gas and diesel prices surge for U.S. drivers
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: U.S. gas and diesel prices are rising as global refining capacity is knocked out by the Iran war and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, analysts said. The reduced refining output is pushing fuel prices higher, leaving drivers with no near-term relief.
WHO: Analysts
WHAT: U.S. gas and diesel prices surge as refining capacity is reduced globally.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026 at 4:25 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Global refining capacity is being knocked out by the Iran war and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, pushing fuel prices higher.
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