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Platts is a global provider of energy and commodities information since 1909. Now part of S&P Global, offering independent price assessments for various commodities. Provides market analysis and data to traders, producers, consumers, and governments
Prices depend on crude oil prices, processing costs, local demand and taxation. Most countries impose taxes, some like Venezuela subsidize fuel. Western countries have highest usage rates per person. US is largest consumer, prices reached $5/gallon in June 2022
First filling station opened in Germany in 1888 by Bertha Benz. First purpose-built station in St. Louis, Missouri in 1905. Different countries use different terms: gasoline in North America, petrol elsewhere
Managers oversee daily operations and lead employees at gas stations. Position requires minimum age 21 and high school diploma. Compensation ranges from $9-16/hour, with average $13/hour. Annual salary between 20,000-47,000 with bonuses possible
Biodiesel prices are expected to decline in coming months. European Union imposed 36.4% anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports. North American refiners are shifting away from biodiesel production