gas prices

New consumer sentiment numbers show Utah out ahead of the national mood, something attributable to the state’s natural optimism.

As of April 2, AAA said the average cost of a gallon of gas in Utah was $3.83. That’s about 0.30 cents higher than the national average and heading into spring break, up nearly 22% from a month ago.

The Utah Office of Energy Development released a report explaining why Utahns are paying more for gas.

Inflation, supply and demand, the war in Ukraine and the ease in COVID-19 restrictions all contribute to increased gas prices.

Gas prices are tumbling, thanks to a glut of petroleum on the world market. That may be great for consumers, but it’s tough for Utah’s petroleum industry…

Utahns cringe when they look at the prices on the gas pumps these days, though prices here haven’t reached the levels seen in California this fall. Most…