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Article CBS Money Watch

As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings

CBS Money Watch May 20, 2026 · 12:40 am Read Original
Strong Bullish 89.0
−100 Bearish 0 +100 Bullish
As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings

The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.

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Source CBS Money Watch
Published May 20, 2026 · 12:40 am
Article ID f21sccm
Original URL Open source
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Strong Bullish 89.0
−100Neutral+100
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