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Experts say gas prices will remain sticky, especially if Iran conflict flares up again
By Simon Kaufman at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 27, 2026
· 2 min read
In the 10 days since the U.S. signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, there's been some relief at the pump.The national average for a gallon of gas now sits at $3.90.That drop comes as the price of Brent crude oil has fallen significantly since the ceasefire...
Key takeaway It's not a light switch, it's not going to happen overnight, said gGasBuddy's Patrick De Haan.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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