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CNBC Daily Open: Gas Prices Remain High Despite Trump's Iran Pledge

9 Ekim 2026CNBC

Despite Trump's assurance against attacking Iran before the midterms, traders expect gas prices to remain elevated on November 3.
Despite Trump's assurance of no military action against Iran leading up to the midterm elections, traders on Kalshi remain skeptical about gas prices. They continue to wager that gas prices will remain elevated as of November 3.
This indicates a broader concern about energy prices amidst geopolitical tensions.
The midterm elections are a pivotal moment in U.S. politics, and energy prices often play a crucial role in influencing voter sentiment.
The persistence of high gas prices reflects not only market speculation but also underlying economic conditions that could be influenced by global events. Traders seem to believe that external factors, such as geopolitical instability, will outweigh any temporary reassurances from political figures.

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