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$6.51 Diesel Should Be Crushing the Economy: Here’s Why It Has Rarely Grown Faster

Sep 21, 2026 · 11:49 AM ET· updated 1h ago
$6.51 Diesel Should Be Crushing the Economy: Here’s Why It Has Rarely Grown Faster

Despite record fuel prices, U.S. growth remains strong, driven by resilient consumer spending and a surge in AI-related corporate investment.

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Even with very expensive diesel fuel, the economy keeps growing strong. This happens because people still spend money and companies invest big in new technology.

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