Gasoline prices rise 4 cents to $4.0988 a gallon nationally

13 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 26

The national average for regular unleaded gasoline increased to $4.0988 per gallon, while diesel prices remained steady at around $5.46, according to AAA.
Gasoline prices are now 30% higher than the same period last year, reflecting ongoing upward pressure on fuel costs.
Diesel prices, important for shipping and transportation sectors, are approximately 54% higher year-on-year, contributing to increased logistics and consumer goods costs.

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