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Energy Market Briefing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Oil markets are mixed today with WTI crude rising sharply to $96.18, a gain of $2.28 or 2.43%. In contrast, Brent crude saw a slight decline, falling $0.27 to $105.79. Natural gas posted a minor increase of $0.03 to $3.23. The Bakken differential to WTI stands at -$3.42.

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