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US gas prices reach highest ever recorded for August amid stalled talks with Iran

Energy prices have been high since the US-Israel war with Iran began and the strait of Hormuz was blocked

The Guardian - US

Trump’s Iran war drops US oil reserves to a 40-year low with gas prices skyrocketing

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The Independent UK

Trump Says He Will 'Never Apologize' for $4 Gas, but Analyst Says Americans Are Paying $2.35 Billion More Weekly

President Donald Trump on Friday said that Americans would continue to grapple with high gas prices in the U.S. amid the ongoing war with Iran. Still, GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan said consumers were paying billions in excess costs weekly.

Benzinga

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Trump eyes millions from personal political funds for GOP amid midterm pressure: Report

President Trump has reportedly greenlit substantial funding from his PAC to bolster Republican candidates ahead of the upcoming midterms. He is ramping up his campaign appearances, aiming to energize his dedicated base amid challenges to maintain Congressional control. This strategic push also seeks to address growing unease surrounding issues like…

The Times of India

Trump Will ‘Never Apologize’ for Rising Gas Prices: ‘You’re at $4. It’s Ok.’

President Donald Trump said Friday evening that he will “never apologize” for the average price of gasoline rising above $4 per gallon.

Benzinga

Is it Time to Begin Accumulating Natural Gas?

In August 2026, the U.S. natural gas futures market will begin to shift its attention from the 2026 cooling season to the 2026/2027 peak heating season, where natural gas demand and prices tend to reach seasonal highs.

Barchart

Vance says keeping gas prices low ‘goal number one’ for Iran war

Vice President JD Vance moves to reassure voters that the Trump administration is working to resolve the conflict and bring down the cost of oil, which has spiked with the blockading of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

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Current price of oil as of Aug. 14, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

US wholesale inflation slows as gas prices, food costs fall in July

Wholesale inflation saw a notable decrease last month, easing price pressures. Gas prices reversed some earlier increases, contributing to this cooling trend. Core wholesale inflation also dropped, indicating broader price moderation across sectors. This development provides the Federal Reserve more flexibility regarding interest rate decisions. Consumer prices continue to outpace…

The Economic Times

Wholesale price inflation slows last month as gas, food costs fall

Wholesale inflation dropped last month as gas prices reversed some of their Iran war spike and other costs also cooled, a sign that consumer inflation could grind lower in the months ahead

The Independent UK

Analyst Says US Gas Prices Hit ‘Highest Ever Level’ This Late in Year: ‘Never Been Above…’

U.S. gasoline prices have crossed a threshold never seen this late in the year, according to GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan, as tensions with Iran continue to roil energy markets.

Benzinga

Gas prices hit their highest mark ever for mid August as Trump’s Iran war drags on

Gas prices have hit a historic high as the president insists that the U.S. is in control of the Strait of Hormuz and has crippled Iran’s military

The Independent UK

The Trump Administration's Hormuz Oil Numbers Don't Add Up

Energy Secretary Chris Wright claims that more oil left the Middle East in a day than before the war. But the industry isn’t buying it—and gas prices are still high.

Reason

Inflation slowed last month as gas prices fell but costs remain elevated

Cost increases continue to outpace average wage growth, maintaining financial pressure on American households managing higher bills for groceries, fuel, and healthcare

The Independent UK

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Barchart

Nat-Gas Prices Slip on the Outlook for Robust US Storage

September Nymex natural gas (NGU26 ) closed down -0.027 (-0.97%) on Tuesday. Nat-gas prices fell from a 2-week high on Tuesday and settled lower. Gas prices gave up early gains and turned lower on Tuesday after the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) projected US nat-gas storage levels to swell to...

The Economic Times

Trump extends Jones Act waiver with some limitations, White House official says

US President Donald Trump has approved a Jones Act waiver extension. This waiver aims to reduce gas prices by increasing shipping flexibility. The Jones Act requires U.S.-built ships and American crews for domestic cargo. The approved extension includes specific limitations on its application. This decision addresses transport bottlenecks and shipping…

Benzinga

Analyst Warns Iran’s Push for ‘Concessions’ Puts Hormuz Agreement at Risk, Says Gas Prices Could Rise Again—Expects US Oil Reserves to Stay Above 275 Million Barrels

GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan has warned that Iran’s demands for concessions from the U.S. over the Strait of Hormuz‘s reopening risk sending oil and gas prices climbing again as tensions continue between Washington and Tehran.

The Economic Times

Natural gas loses momentum despite geopolitical risks: Will prices recover?

Natural gas prices remain subdued despite Middle East tensions, as abundant U.S. production, rising LNG supplies and healthy inventories outweigh geopolitical concerns. Weather-driven demand has also weakened following the winter rally. While near-term prices may remain rangebound, growing LNG exports, Asian demand, power generation and natural gas’s role in the…

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Bangkok Post

New LPG subsidy strains fuel fund

The Energy Ministry has announced an increase in the subsidy for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to keep domestic cooking gas prices unchanged, though the move adds financial pressure on the state Oil Fuel Fund.

International Business Times UK

'You Can't Afford to Breathe': Trump Voter Brought to Tears Over Gas Prices as President Claims Golden Age

A Trump voter emotionally describes her struggle with rising petrol costs, highlighting a disconnect between her experience and the president's optimistic economic claims.

Fortune

Current price of oil as of Aug. 7, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

MarketBeat

4 Oil and Gas ETF Plays as Prices Stay Sky-High

With oil and gas prices elevated amid the Iran conflict, investors can consider ETFs like UGA, USOY, OILU, and PXJ, each offering distinct risk levels and strategies for energy exposure.

The Conversation

Drought and the war in Ukraine changed what families in Kenya could afford to eat – research tracked food and cooking gas use

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 had an almost immediate impact on global energy markets and the movement of food around the world. During the first year of the conflict, international crude oil and natural gas prices rose sharply. Disruptions to exports of wheat, maize, sunflower oil and fertilisers…

Benzinga

Chuck Schumer Says Iran War a 'Gift' to Trump's 'Big Oil' Friends Who Bankrolled His Campaign: 'One Promise He Actually Delivered On' (CORRECTED)

Editor’s Note: The headline of this story has been updated to correct an error in the original version.

International Business Times

Average Gas Prices Remain Above $4. Trump Is Again Calling On Major Gas Companies To Lower Prices

Average gas prices continue above $4 a gallon in the U.S., according to AAA.

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