Americans Are Finally Falling In Love With Hybrids With high gas prices and waning EV interest, automakers can barely keep up with America's feverish hybrid demand. Motor1 · Aug 28
Current price of oil as of Aug. 28, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why. Fortune · Aug 28
UK Energy Bills Rise to £1,723 as Households Face Another January Hike Millions of UK households will face higher energy bills this winter as Ofgem raises the price cap by 4%, with potential further increases in January due to volatile gas prices. International Business Times UK · Aug 27
Octopus Energy boss calls for ‘urgent’ reform as bills to hit three-year high THE UK's largest energy supplier has said the latest rise in household bills shows the “urgent” need to reform the energy market and make… The National (Scotland) · Aug 26
Europe’s gas prices are surging. Who will be the first to pay more? Europe could face its toughest winter gas season since 2022 as wholesale prices trade near their highest level in more than three years. Household bills could rise quickly in the Netherlands while taking nearly a year to fully adjust in Germany and Austria. Euronews · Aug 26
US consumer confidence falls to lowest level in 7 months as gas prices remain elevated Americans’ confidence in the economy declined this month as the ongoing Iran conflict has kept gas prices elevated at more than $4 a gallon The Independent UK · Aug 25
Iran-US war latest: Trump unveils ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions as Tehran vows to go on the attack Iran’s new security chief warns Gulf neighbours they will be treated as ‘enemies’ if they join Trump’s economic war The Independent UK · Aug 24
Current price of oil as of Aug. 21, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why. Fortune · Aug 21
Europe faces race to refill gas storage as LNG cargoes flow to Asia After spending much of the past two years rebuilding its gas security following the loss of Russian pipeline supplies, Europe is again facing high natural gas prices due to volatility in global markets linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Euronews · Aug 20
European gas prices hit highest point since March, worse may follow European gas prices have surged 130% in 2026, and low storage and supply risks leave Europe vulnerable to a costly winter. Euronews · Aug 20
The Iran War Sent Gas Prices Skyrocketing, but the US Now Faces a Diesel Problem Diesel refining margins have surged to unprecedented levels as the Iran war tightens global fuel supplies, raising concerns that elevated diesel costs could ripple through trucking, agriculture and the broader U.S. economy. Benzinga · Aug 19
UK gas prices hit three-year high – here’s what it means for your bills The prices are up but still less than a quarter of the level seen during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine The Independent UK · Aug 19
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 · Aug 17
Trump’s Iran war drops US oil reserves to a 40-year low with gas prices skyrocketing IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 17
Benzinga · Aug 17 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.
The Times of India · Aug 15 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…
Benzinga · Aug 15 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.
Barchart · Aug 14 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.
The Independent UK · Aug 14 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
Fortune · Aug 14 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.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 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 Independent UK · Aug 13 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
Benzinga · Aug 13 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.
The Independent UK · Aug 12 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
Reason · Aug 12 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.