Low Gas Prices are a Treat Gasoline prices are tumbling, scaring refiners, but giving a welcome treat to drivers. According to government data, many retail markets are seeing prices comfortably under $3.00 per gallon for the first time in almost four years. Reasons include record US oil production, infighting among Middle Eastern oil producers, improved fuel efficiency, and a typical dip in gasoline demand after the busy summer driving season. Many consumers, haunted by memories of prices consistently topping $4.00, are looking for ways to lock in these low prices.
Back To The Futures: Tricks From Grain Markets, Treats From Gas Prices
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Fri, 10/31/2014 - 12:11pm
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