Regional Gas Prices Shift Across U.S. This Week
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United States. Regional gasoline prices moved this week as local averages diverged: Tennessee rose to $2.54 per gallon while Arkansas held near $2.40. Green Bay fell to $2.50 and Peoria averaged $2.84; Florida reached $2.93 and Indiana dropped to $2.71. GasBuddy and AAA reported the national average near $2.83–$2.88, with diesel around $3.585. Analysts cited higher crude trading with WTI settling at $60.62, a 3.6 million-barrel increase in U.S. crude inventories, and seasonal demand shifts as primary drivers. Reports cited GasBuddy, AAA, and EIA. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Winter weather reduced driving and influenced early-week demand patterns.
- 2. WTI crude settled at $60.62 and EIA reported a +3.6 million barrel inventory change.
- 3. GasBuddy and AAA released weekly data showing mixed state-level price movements.
- 4. Local outlets reported specific averages: Arkansas ~$2.40, Tennessee $2.54, Indiana $2.71, Florida $2.93, Peoria $2.84, Green Bay $2.50.
- 5. Analysts attributed short-term regional price differences to crude markets, inventory shifts, refinery transitions, and seasonal demand.
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