US Gas Prices Surge 9 Cents in Just One Day to $4.39 a Gallon
U.S. gas prices rose 9 cents in one day to a national average of $4.39 per gallon, driven by ongoing global tensions as the war in Iran reaches its 60th day. The sharp increase marks a rise of over 30 cents in just one week, impacting consumers and the broader economy. NBC’s Brian Cheung discussed the price surge and its connection to recent GDP data on TODAY.
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CopiedAs the war in Iran enters its 60th day, gas prices in the United States are even higher with the national average climbing to $4.39 — a nine cent increase in just one day and up more than 30 cents in a week. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY to break down how much higher gas prices are expected to go, as well as what the latest GDP numbers say about the economy.May 1, 2026
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