Retail gas prices fell to $4.12 a gallon on Monday, as U.S. oil prices dropped below $100 a barrel. The article examines how quickly gas prices could follow the decline in oil.
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| Close on 10/30/2026 | 101.96 |
| Change that session | +0.08% |
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| Close on 10/30/2026 | 3,875.51 |
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