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The Afternoon Take - Energy Market Briefing
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Energy Market Briefing

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Afternoon Energy Market Briefing Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Oil prices are stable at the close of the week, with WTI at $96.08 and Brent at $99.29. The Bakken differential to WTI stands at -$3.42. According to reports, this stability follows a three-session decline as supply fears from the Middle East showed signs of easing, though risks around the Strait of Hormuz persist (Rigzone). The rig count in the Bakken region remains unchanged at 32 active rigs.

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