# California Energy Commission

Type: government

Source: Finance Intelligence Brief — https://getfinancebrief.com/entity/california-energy-commission-government
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## Timeline

- **2026-03-11**: AAA Price Report — National gas average confirmed at $3.57; California average reaches $5.33 per gallon.
- **2026-03-10**: Market Correction — Oil prices retreat to approximately $80 per barrel, though retail gas prices remain elevated.
- **2026-03-02**: Oil Market Shock — Crude oil futures surge past $100 per barrel as Iran restricts access to the Strait of Hormuz.
- **2026-02-28**: Conflict Escalation — U.S. and Israel initiate military strikes against Iran, targeting strategic assets.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Geopolitical Tensions Drive US Gas Prices Higher as California Hits $5.33
2026-03-12 00:18:13 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

A military conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, sending domestic gasoline prices up 19% in a single month. California remains the epicenter of the price surge, with local averages exceeding $5.30 per gallon due to a combination of regulatory isolation and infrastructure bottlenecks.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/gas-prices-skyrocket-california-iran-conflict

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