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DAILY ENERGY BRIEFING Saturday, September 19, 2026

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Oil prices are down for a third consecutive session. As of midday, WTI crude is trading at $96.08, a drop of $1.15 (-1.18%), while Brent crude sits at $99.29, down $0.64. According to reports from Rigzone, the decline is attributed to easing supply fears, particularly related to Saudi Arabia, outweighing the persistent risks around the Strait of Hormuz. The Bakken differential to WTI is currently -$3.42.

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