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18.03.202614:30:00UTC+00U.S. Gasoline Production Swings Into Decline, Falling 1.016M Barrels

U.S. gasoline production has reversed direction, moving into negative territory after previously recording an increase. The latest data, updated on 18 March 2026, show the indicator dropping to -0.462 million barrels, compared with the prior reading of +0.554 million barrels.

The shift represents a swing of 1.016 million barrels between the two reporting periods, signaling a notable change in production dynamics. While the earlier figure pointed to an expansion in gasoline output, the current negative reading indicates a contraction, suggesting refiners have scaled back supply compared with the previous period.

Market participants and analysts are likely to monitor subsequent data releases closely to assess whether this downturn in gasoline production is temporary or part of a broader trend in U.S. refining activity and fuel supply conditions.

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