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Crude oil prices fall over Iran deal optimism as gas prices continue to rise
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Crude oil prices fall over Iran deal optimism as gas prices continue to rise

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Optimism over a possible deal to end the war with Iran, reported by Axios, sent crude oil futures falling as gas prices continue to rise across the U.S., reaching an average of $4.54 per gallon. NBC News’ Brian Cheung reports on why gas prices are still expected to stay high if talks for a deal remain positive. May 6, 2026

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  • April inflation rate surges to 3.8% amid uncertainty in the Middle East

    05:08

  • President Trump looks to suspend the federal gas tax

    01:40

  • U.S. economy adds 115,000 jobs in April, unemployment rate at 4.3%

    04:26
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    Crude oil prices fall over Iran deal optimism as gas prices continue to rise

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    Gas prices soar to highest level of the year

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  • Jerome Powell calls his time as Fed chair a 'privilege' during last press conference

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