FX.co ★ U.S. Gasoline Inventories Climb to 1.160M, Signaling Softer Fuel Demand

Gasoline inventories in the United States increased to 1.160 million barrels, up from the previous level of 0.685 million barrels, according to data updated on 11 February 2026. The build in stocks suggests that supply is outpacing demand, or that refiners have maintained robust output despite any potential cooling in consumption.

The rise in inventories can influence fuel markets by putting downward pressure on wholesale gasoline prices, which in turn may ease price pressures at the pump if the trend continues. Market participants and analysts will be watching upcoming inventory reports closely to see whether this marks the beginning of a sustained build in gasoline stocks or a short-term fluctuation in the supply-demand balance.