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Gas price drops again after days of sharp increases

Gas price drops again after days of sharp increases

Gas prices decreased on Wednesday after two days of sharp increases, as traders monitor U.S. plans to protect shipping in the Middle East. In the Netherlands, energy suppliers are adjusting contracts, prompting many consumers to switch to fixed-rate deals.

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