Diesel 'crack spread' filling refiners' coffers as conflict cuts margins
17-09-2026 20:58 via abc.net.au

Diesel 'crack spread' filling refiners' coffers as conflict cuts margins

The "crack spread", or profit margin, on diesel is increasing as refiners capitalise on the Middle East conflict, and it's hurting the slim margins of Australia's farmers.
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