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Gas prices are poised for first weekly drop since April
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American motorists can expect some minor relief, with gasoline prices set for their first weekly drop in more than two months amid declining oil prices and a dip in consumer demand.
"Oil really tumbled today — the market is so headline driven," said Andrew Gross, a spokesperson for auto club AAA, which tracks fuel costs. "There is a lot of worry about global recessions, which will cause a big slowdown."
The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded stood at an even $5 on Friday, three days after hitting its all-time peak of nearly $5.02, according to AAA, which updates the figure daily.
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