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source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
indicator: Gasoline Stocks Change
ticker: ECONOMICS:USGSCH
period: Week Ending February 27, 2026
report_date: March 4, 2026
url: https://www.eia.gov/petroleum/weekly/
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# Gasoline Stocks Change

## Data Summary

**Week Ending February 27, 2026**

- **Actual:** -1.704 million barrels (draw)
- **Forecast:** -0.8 million barrels
- **Previous Week:** -1.011 million barrels
- **Surprise vs. Forecast:** -0.904 Mbbl (larger draw than expected)

## Context

Gasoline stocks declined for the second consecutive week, with the actual draw of 1.704 Mbbl exceeding expectations by 0.9 Mbbl. Stocks of gasoline refer to the weekly change of the gasoline supply situation in the United States.

## Assessment

The larger-than-expected draw signals sustained gasoline demand and potentially reduced refinery throughput relative to demand. Two consecutive weekly draws indicate active consumption patterns despite seasonal considerations. The surplus draw (900,000 barrels beyond forecast) suggests either stronger consumption or weaker import/production flows than anticipated.

## Source

**Publication:** Weekly Petroleum Status Report  
**Agency:** U.S. Energy Information Administration  
**Release:** March 4, 2026, 10:30 AM ET  
**Data Period:** Week Ending February 27, 2026  
**Frequency:** Weekly