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US consumer confidence eases in August as gas prices exceed $4 a gallon
economy17 hours ago

US consumer confidence eases in August as gas prices exceed $4 a gallon

The Conference Board’s August consumer confidence index slipped to 89.4 from 90.2 as gas prices stay above $4 per gallon. Sentiment improved regarding the current labor market (27% say plentiful vs 24.4% in July) but weakened on the six‑month outlook (14.6% expect more jobs, down from 16.4%). July payrolls fell 23,000 and the unemployment rate held at 4.1% as a shrinking labor force kept the jobless rate down. Inflation, via the Fed’s preferred PCE index, remained elevated at 3.7% y/y in June, signaling continued price pressures alongside geopolitical concerns.

via The Guardian|
#consumer-confidence#economy#gas-prices
politics18 hours ago

Iran War Becomes a Price-Tag Issue in the 2026 Ballot

Democrats argue that President Trump's Iran war is hurting everyday Americans through higher fertilizer and gas prices, making the conflict an economic issue in the 2026 elections. Polls show broad concern over rising costs, and campaign ads reflect the shift from foreign policy to affordability, with both parties framing the war through its economic consequences as November approaches.

via Politico|
#2026-elections#campaign-ads#economy
Tariffs, sanctions, and beef imports: how US economic moves could reshape your bills
economy1 day ago

Tariffs, sanctions, and beef imports: how US economic moves could reshape your bills

The Trump administration is escalating a Canada–US tariff battle with new duties (including potential 50% auto tariffs) and projecting a hard line against Iran, while considering a beef-import deal that could lower beef prices. These actions are likely to raise costs on many Canadian-sourced goods and energy, even as imports of beef might offer modest relief. Overall, American households face ongoing inflationary pressure as policymakers reshuffle supply chains and energy dynamics.

via USA Today|
#beef#canada#economy
Gas prices stubbornly high as gulf tensions prolong price squeeze
energy-markets3 days ago

Gas prices stubbornly high as gulf tensions prolong price squeeze

Gas prices remain stubbornly elevated in 2026, up about 45% year-to-date and averaging around $4.10 per gallon in August with diesel near $5.50, driven not by demand but by the Persian Gulf conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Iran–US tensions and threats of sanctions keep supply tight and prices volatile, while energy stocks rise even as broader markets wobble. No negotiations to end the hostilities are in sight, keeping the price squeeze in place for now.

via Yahoo Finance|
#energy-markets#gas-prices#iran
Geopolitics Keep Gas Prices Hovering Above $4 Across the U.S.
energy3 days ago

Geopolitics Keep Gas Prices Hovering Above $4 Across the U.S.

Gasoline prices in the U.S. remain stubbornly above $4 per gallon in August 2026, driven not by ordinary supply-demand dynamics but by geopolitics in the Persian Gulf. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, tensions with Iran persist, and U.S. naval escorts are moving ships through the region, keeping prices high. AAA puts the national average around $4.06/gal and GasBuddy around $4.09; diesel is rising sharply, and Brent crude trades around the upper $90s. With energy stocks buoyant and no negotiations in sight to end the conflict, prices have risen about 45% in 2026 (up 10% since July 4), suggesting the price picture could stay elevated regardless of seasonal demand.

via Yahoo Finance Singapore|
#energy#gas-prices#iran-conflict
Putin Deploys National Guard as Russia Battles Worsening Fuel Shortage
politics4 days ago

Putin Deploys National Guard as Russia Battles Worsening Fuel Shortage

Putin has dispatched Russia’s National Guard to guard gas stations as a worsening fuel shortage spreads across the country, triggering long queues, fines, and arrests amid reports of protests; Ukraine’s drone strikes on energy infrastructure are cited as the cause, with officials promising improvement even as limits on gasoline purchases and cash withdrawals rise.

via thedailybeast.com|
#gas-prices#politics#putin
August Gas Prices Hit Record High Amid Iran Tensions and Partisan Debate
business7 days ago

August Gas Prices Hit Record High Amid Iran Tensions and Partisan Debate

Gas prices in August reached a record, with the national average around $4.07 per gallon and diesel at $5.47, about 30% higher than a year ago. The piece links these increases to ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions, citing a $56.4 billion cost to households and higher costs in several Republican-led states. It reports stalled negotiations with Iran, possible Hormuz arrangements with Oman, and mixed messaging from Trump, while suggesting no near-term relief in prices. It also criticizes Republicans for opposing EVs and wind-energy development.

via Jalopnik|
#business#energy-policy#gas-prices
SPR at 1982-Low Sparks Debate Over How Low Is Too Low
politics-and-government8 days ago

SPR at 1982-Low Sparks Debate Over How Low Is Too Low

Withdrawals have reduced the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to about 293.4 million barrels, the lowest level since December 1982, as a fifth month of releases continues to try to steady energy markets. The DOE says weekly withdrawals have averaged about 6.3 million barrels since April, with roughly 120 million barrels released in that period. Critics warn that further draining could damage salt caverns and threaten the SPR’s ability to be resurrected, while Trump-era officials have argued about how far the drawdown can go (up to about 172 million more barrels with roughly 70 million remaining). A Biden energy official cautions that lowering the reserve much further could “compromise” it to the point of never resurrecting it. The debate unfolds amid persistently high gas prices and ongoing strain over the Strait of Hormuz, which influences global oil flows.

via Yahoo Finance|
#energy-policy#energy-security#gas-prices
Heat waves and war tighten Europe’s economic outlook
business11 days ago

Heat waves and war tighten Europe’s economic outlook

Europe’s economy faces a one-two punch from record heat and drought that strain energy and transport, potentially costing about €180 billion (1% of GDP) this year. Low river levels on the Rhine and Danube, nuclear plant curtailments, and higher gas prices threaten production and food costs while storage remains tight ahead of winter. Although some analysts expect only modest growth impact, prolonged energy concerns and geopolitical tensions could keep prices elevated and energy security fragile, prompting calls for climate adaptation and smarter energy use.

via CNN|
#business#economy#energy