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West Texas Intermediate & United States — United States Department of Energy

8 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026

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West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude held near $85.02, with prices falling over 2% on profit-taking before steadying.
United States — United States Department of Energy: Reported a drawdown in the United States — Strategic Petroleum Reserve to its lowest level since 1982.
Aug 25, 2026 · 8 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have also fallen to pre-war levels, reflecting the improved outlook for oil supply following the partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy, through Secretary Chris Wright, has reported increased oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized Washington's commitment to ensuring its continued openness.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude benchmark; approached $120 in early March; benefits from demand boost from reserve refilling.
United States — United States Department of Energy: Manages U.S. SPR; data shows reserves at lowest since 1983; expects to receive 1.28 barrels per barrel released under exchange deals.
Jul 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy>>> loaned oil from the national security stockpile to ease market jitters, a measure to mitigate rising fuel prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE raised its US crude production estimate for 2026, indicating potential future supply increases.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose in tandem with Brent, reflecting supply disruptions.
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DoE requested $768 million for nuclear security related to Iran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices are also affected by the Hormuz situation, moving in tandem with Brent.
United States — United States Department of Energy: Releases official inventory data that influences oil prices.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
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