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U.S. Diesel Average Hits Record $6.2694 per Gallon

The average price of a gallon of diesel in the United States hit a record $6.2694 as Brent crude rose 1.18% to $106.93 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate gained 1.24% to $102.65.

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U.S. Diesel Average Hits Record $6.2694 per Gallon

The average price of diesel in the United States hit a new record of $6.2694 per gallon on Tuesday, nearing $6.27, according to data from the American Automobile Association (AAA), as oil prices rose in early Asian trading.

Oil futures rise

Brent crude futures rose $1.24, or 1.18%, to $106.93 a barrel in early Asian trading.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures also rose $1.29, or 1.24%, to $102.65 a barrel.

Crude benchmarks extend gains

Prices rose after a session marked by notable moves in the oil market, with both crude benchmarks continuing to gain in early trading as Brent again approached $107 a barrel.

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