U.S. diesel prices have surged to an all‑time high, marking the latest flare‑up in a broader energy shock that is reigniting inflation fears across global markets. The national average price for a gallon of diesel hit a record $6.29 this week, up nearly 80% year to date, according to TradingView. Bitcoin BTC$76,467.67 is down nearly 12% at $76,400 for the year while gold is largely unchanged, having retraced from the record high of $5,600 reached early this year.