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Diesel in California rises to $7 a gallon as wars in Europe and Middle East strain supply

Wednesday, August 19, 2026


Diesel prices in California rose to $7 per gallon amid supply constraints linked to conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, according to market reports. The price increase occurred during peak demand periods for agricultural operations and freight transportation ahead of the holiday season.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/19/diesel-price-california-ukraine-russia-iran-strait-hormuz.html

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