Higher Gas Prices Impacting Tax Refunds for Americans

Rising gas prices, driven by conflict in Iran affecting oil supply routes like the Strait of Hormuz, have cost American consumers $19 billion and may be offsetting increased tax refunds. The total amount refunded to U.S. taxpayers rose by $43 billion year-over-year.

By Brooke DiPalma · Senior Reporter Updated Sun, May 3, 2026 at 3:53 PM GMT+3 3 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Higher Gas Prices Impacting Tax Refunds for Americans

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