U.S. airline fuel costs rise 15% YoY by December 2026
Resolves: U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reports that the average cost per gallon of jet fuel for U.S. airlines in December 2026 is at least 15% higher than in December 2025.
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U.S. airline fuel costs rise 15% YoY by December 2026
Market overview
Despite Delta’s resilience, rising jet fuel prices will push U.S. airline fuel costs up by 15% year-over-year by December 2026. This increase will force legacy carriers to raise airfare prices, potentially dampening travel demand growth in H1 2027.
macro prediction market
- Implied probability (Yes)
- 85%
- Closes
- 2026-12-31
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Resolution criteria
U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reports that the average cost per gallon of jet fuel for U.S. airlines in December 2026 is at least 15% higher than in December 2025.
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