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- As the Iran war escalates, U.S. businesses implement fuel surcharges due to rising oil prices.
- The national average gas price has surpassed $4 per gallon, affecting grocery costs.
- Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) estimates fuel costs can contribute 15 to 30 percent of food prices.
- The U.S. Postal Service announced an 8 percent price increase on mailing services to offset transportation costs.
