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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 3 MIN

Why are oil prices affecting the U.S. if we are a net oil exporter?

from All Things Considered · host Darian Woods

The U.S. produces more oil and gas than any country in the world. So why are prices at the pump 30% higher than they were last year? The Indicator (and brand new Indicator newsletter) explains!

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