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Gas Is Still $1.81 a Litre: Why Pump Prices Won't Fall (and What to Do Before Winter)

  Canadians hoping for relief at the pump got bad news heading into this week: it isn't coming soon. The national average for regular gas was $1.81 a litre on Friday, according to Kalibrate, with provincial averages ranging from $1.557 in Alberta to $2.156 in Newfoundland, per GasBuddy. That's after a big policy move. On Friday the G7 announced plans to release 100 million barrels of oil right away, starting with diesel. Brent crude dipped on the news, then climbed back to about US$102 a barrel by the afternoon. Don't expect the release to show up at your station, because crude is only half the story. Crude oil explains only half your pump price Wood Mackenzie's Jim Mitchell says crude makes up 50 to 60 per cent of the retail price of gas. The rest is the cost of refining it, and that's where the squeeze is. Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem pointed to damaged refining capacity worldwide in a Sept. 21 speech, noting that pump prices reflect crude roughly US$40 a ...

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Trump’s Financial Snapshot: A Glimpse into His Assets


As the historic trial commences, an intriguing detail has surfaced regarding Donald Trump’s financial status. In 2021, Trump disclosed a statement to the court revealing his financial condition, which included a substantial amount of $293.8 million in cash and cash equivalents. This disclosure came alongside an image of the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort, hinting at the opulence within Trump’s property portfolio.

The revelation of such a significant cash reserve raises questions about Trump’s broader financial dealings and the assets he holds. As the trial unfolds, further insights into Trump’s economic affairs are anticipated, potentially shedding light on the complexities of his wealth.

This financial disclosure is a key piece of evidence in the trial, offering a rare peek into the private financial affairs of a figure who has consistently been at the center of public and political scrutiny.

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