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Why Your Power Bill Is Defying Oil Prices
Oil prices have climbed above one hundred dollars a barrel, yet your monthly electricity statement isn't rising in lockstep. We explore the structural decoupling between crude markets and residential power costs. The key lies in the shifting composition of the grid, where renewables and natural gas are displacing oil-fired generation, and how AI data centers are creating new localized demand spikes that don't always translate to broader rate hikes. We break down why Henry Hub natural gas is up while Brent crude holds steady, and what that means for your wallet.
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