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Drew Blankenship

$100 Oil Shock: 3 Ways This Week’s Price Spike Could Hit Your Retirement Budget Fast

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If you’ve noticed gas prices climbing again, you’re not imagining it, and it’s not just about what you pay at the pump. Recent global tensions have pushed oil prices toward (and in some cases above) $100 per barrel, triggering ripple effects across the entire economy. That kind of surge doesn’t stay contained in energy markets; it spreads quickly into everyday expenses. Here are three ways that oil prices could impact your retirement savings, plus what you can do to mitigate the risks.

1. Gas and Transportation Costs Can Rise Almost Overnight

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