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How Gas Prices Compare Around The World
How Gas Prices Compare Around The World
The war in Iran has driven up oil prices in many countries, with gasoline prices turning into a topic of discussion around the world.
The increases have been particularly pronounced in emerging markets, with gasoline prices jumping by more than 50 percent in the Philippines and nearly as much in Nigeria (around 49 percent), with diesel rising even more steeply.
Advanced economies have also seen notable increases, with gasoline prices climbing by roughly 25 to 30 percent in the United States and Canada over the period, and diesel prices...
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