Comment on last week’s prediction:  It was a CORRECT prediction, as prices jumped to $2.34 on the 14th.

Monday, December 18, 8:05 AM:  According to NYMEX, wholesale prices have ramped up 11 cents since the middle of last week, and I calculate the 20-cent margin price as $2.44 a gallon.  So, it appears a price hike is on its way, either Monday or Tuesday.