EIA data show US gasoline inventories rise, reversing previous week’s draw and shifting balance

by VT Markets
/
Aug 20, 2026

US Energy Information Administration data showed gasoline inventories rose by 0.688m barrels in the week to 14 August, reversing the prior week’s 0.968m-barrel draw. The move points to a shift from stock depletion to accumulation over the latest reporting period.

Inventory Trends and Shifts

The latest increase contrasts with the earlier decline, suggesting a loosening in the immediate balance between supply and demand for finished motor fuel.

Market Implications

Markets will weigh whether the build reflects higher refinery output, softer end-use consumption, or changes in distribution flows.

see more

Back To Top
server

Hello there 👋

How can I help you?

Chat with our team instantly

Live Chat

Start a live conversation through...

  • Telegram
    hold On hold
  • Coming Soon...

Hello there 👋

How can I help you?

telegram

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to start a chat with us, or click here.

Don’t have the Telegram App or Desktop installed? Use Web Telegram instead.

QR code