Gas prices are heading below $3 a gallon. Why that’s not actually a good thing.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Mar 17 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Gas Prices Decline: The average price of gasoline has decreased for four consecutive weeks and may drop below $3 per gallon, reaching the lowest levels in years.
Economic Concerns: Despite the falling prices, experts warn that growing concerns over tariffs and policy uncertainties indicate that this trend may not be a cause for celebration.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








