Middle East Tensions Could Spike Gas Prices, Though U.S. Imports Little Oil Directly From the Region
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U.S. gets little oil directly from Middle East, but disruption there affects global oil prices
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Oil prices are the biggest factor influencing gas prices
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Refinery issues can also impact gas prices locally
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Gas demand fluctuates, with lower demand typically meaning lower prices
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Wider Mideast conflict could threaten Saudi oil and lead to price spikes