US Gas Prices Fall for Holidays
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Dec 23, 2025 · Last updated Dec 26, 2025
Lower gas prices in the United States are a positive for consumers, potentially boosting retail spending during the holiday season. However, broader economic concerns like inflation and declining consumer confidence, as reported by The Conference Board, suggest that the positive impact of cheaper fuel might be offset by other factors.
Many drivers in the United States are experiencing lower gas prices this holiday season, with the national average for unleaded gasoline falling below $3 per gallon since December 2, according to data from American Automobile Association. This marks the cheapest December for gas prices since 2020. The decline is attributed to strong supply and relatively mild crude oil prices, with West Texas Intermediate remaining below $60 per barrel for most of December. While this provides relief to consumers facing other rising costs and ongoing inflation, government data showed consumer prices cooled in November but remained above the United States — Federal Reserve's 2% target. Additionally, The Conference Board reported a drop in consumer confidence in December, indicating broader economic anxieties.
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