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Diesel and jet fuel prices spike supply chain costs
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Fusion42 · 3 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Rising diesel and jet fuel prices driven by the Iran conflict have significantly increased supply chain costs in the US, with diesel prices up 56% and jet fuel up 106% year-over-year, adding over $97 billion weekly economic cost. Retailers and SMEs face challenges in managing inventory and freight costs, driving a preference for ocean freight over air freight to maintain profitability.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Logistics Tech.
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You face rising freight costs that squeeze margins, especially if you rely on air freight. Pivot now to ocean freight where possible, and use real demand signals to optimise inventory and reduce costly last-minute air shipments.
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