he implications of the war with Iran, which began at the end of February, remain uncertain for both the U.S. and the global economy. The national average cost for a gallon of gas in the US has risen by 34% over the past month as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil passage, remains nearly at a standstill. The national average price for diesel is at $5.41 per gallon at the end of March, up 44% from a month ...

From Issue: Driving Business Results With IBP & Segmentation
(Spring 2026)

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