gasoline prices

Tech stocks surge to record highs while consumer sentiment plummets to 48.2, worst since 2008, amid inflation and tariff concerns.

Crude oil fell below $96/barrel while gas prices climbed to $4.56/gallon, creating exceptional refinery margins. The 3-2-1 crack spread hit $56.22/barrel, highest since June 2022.

Rising oil prices from Iran tensions and elevated tariffs threaten economic growth, with historical precedent suggesting potential 40% S&P 500 decline.

Brent crude surges 20% to $122 as Middle East conflict cuts Gulf production 55%, with economist Mohamed El-Erian warning further rally gains remain possible.

US retail sales jumped 1.7% in March 2026, the biggest monthly gain since January 2023, defying $4 gas price concerns and suggesting resilient consumer spending despite inflation pressures.

Newsom attacks Trump's energy claims as gas prices jump 94 cents annually. Administration pushes pipeline; Democrats back E15 biofuel alternatives.

Gasoline prices jumped 21.2% in March 2026, the largest monthly surge since 1967, driven by Iran war disruptions. Energy stocks rallied on elevated spreads.

U.S. inflation hit a 4-year high in March 2026 amid Iran war energy shock, limiting Fed's ability to cut rates despite contained core inflation.

Surging oil prices push gasoline to $4.11/gallon, sparking recession fears. Goldman Sachs warns S&P 500 could plunge 22% into bear territory.

U.S. gasoline surges past $4, diesel hits $5.45 on Middle East tensions, creating record refiner profits. Refiner ETF $CRAK up 29% YTD on 14-week winning streak.

Oil shock pushes Walmart and Dollar Tree to capture trade-down spending from affluent consumers, though stock market weakness poses downside risk.

U.S. gas prices spike 30% to $3.88/gallon amid global crude surge. Domestic refineries' inability to process light sweet crude forces reliance on imported heavy oil, tying American pump prices to global markets.

Oil prices surge past $100 per barrel amid geopolitical tensions, triggering cascading cost increases for groceries, airfares, and heating. Energy stocks lag commodity gains, suggesting investors expect temporary spike.

Pentagon requests $200B for Middle East conflict; Iran warns costs represent only initial phase. First six days cost $11.3B, raising questions about fiscal sustainability and consumer economic impact.

S&P 500 dropped over 1% as oil prices exceeded $100, compounded by weak jobs data. Rising energy costs threaten inflation outlook and credit market stability.