Market data from Oct. 5 indicates a price rebound in several Southeastern states. Gasoline prices in North Carolina and Kentucky rose to $4.19 per gallon on Monday, ending a week of declines. Similar price increases were observed at most fueling stations in those regions as of the current trading day.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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US Gasoline Average Drops 12.5¢ to $4.30 per Gallon
Commodities15 days ago
Fuel costs declined in 48 states over the last seven days, marking a widespread drop in retail prices across the US. The national average for gasoline fell by 12.5 cents to $4.30 per gallon this week, aided by releases from G7 oil reserves. State level interventions further drove the decline, with Ohio and Georgia prices falling 37.8 cents and 34.5 cents respectively following cuts to fuel taxes.
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