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Affirm CEO links high gas prices to U.S. shopper behavior

Affirm's CEO noted that the national average gas price of $4.09 per gallon is impacting U.S. shoppers.

Source: CNBC Tech · cnbc.com Published 2026-08-28T15:16:32+00:00 Detected 2026-08-28T17:20:21+00:00
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Affirm's CEO noted that the national average gas price of $4.09 per gallon is impacting U.S. shoppers.

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The national average price for gas is at $4.09 per gallon and was last below $3 on March 2.

Rising gas prices can influence consumer spending patterns, affecting companies like Affirm that depend on consumer financing. Understanding this trend helps anticipate shifts in retail and finance sectors.

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