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Gas Prices Rise in South Carolina; Refinery Uncertainty Looms Over Fuel Supply

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What happened

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GasBuddy reported that gas prices in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, rose 6.0 cents per gallon, reaching an average of $3.84 per gallon. Across South Carolina, the average price is $3.96 per gallon, while in North Carolina, the average price is $3.93 per gallon, showing a decline of 6.2 cents. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, noted that the outcome of two refineries affected by Hurricane Isaias could impact fuel supply in the coming days.

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Why it matters

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The proposed diesel deal by Donald Trump raises questions about whether it will provide significant relief to the trucking industry and consumers. Additionally, the uncertainty regarding refineries damaged by Hurricane Isaias could affect the overall fuel supply picture.

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Who's involved

  • GasBuddyTech company that tracks gas prices and provides petroleum analysis
  • Donald TrumpPolitician whose proposed diesel deal and policies influence the fuel market
  • North CarolinaState that experienced a decline in average gas prices
  • South CarolinaState that saw an increase in average gas prices
  • De HaanHead of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • CongressSpeculative

    The proposed diesel deal might affect the trucking industry's operational costs.

  • Duke EnergySpeculative

    Fuel price volatility could increase operational costs for energy generation.

  • Myrtle Beach International AirportSpeculative

    Refinery uncertainty and fuel price fluctuations could raise core operational costs.

  • ShellSpeculative

    Supply chain risk from refineries in Isaias's path could affect core business operations.

  • AmazonSpeculative

    Refinery issues and hurricane risk could increase logistics costs and supply chain disruption risk.

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