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Friday, September 18, 2026
Diesel prices soared to another record high, averaging $6 per gallon. Trucking, farming, and flying are getting more expensive as a result. Despite the sharp increase in fuel costs, consumer spending has remained relatively resilient so far. The broader economy has not yet felt significant effects from the elevated diesel prices.
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