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Rising Gas Prices Threaten Tax Refunds, Slow Growth

3/23/2026

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  • Rising gas prices threaten to negate anticipated tax refunds from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
  • Economists expect gas prices to peak at $4.36 per gallon, raising average household gas spending by $740.
  • Analysts project slower growth this year, with estimates falling from 2.5% to 1.9% as high gas prices dampen spending.