Economics’ Jonathan Ernest warns higher diesel costs could raise food and delivery prices

Ohio drivers feel pain at the pump as gas prices climb above national average amid Iran conflict

WKYC: Jonathan Ernest, assistant professor of economics at the Weatherhead School of Management, said rising gas prices are primarily a supply problem, driven by Middle East disruptions and threats to oil-shipping routes. He warned higher diesel costs could eventually raise prices for delivered goods and food, while noting fall demand may ease gas prices if global conditions stabilize.