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The Midday Take - Energy Market Briefing
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Energy Market Briefing

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Date: Monday, September 21, 2026

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Oil markets are under significant pressure today. As of midday, front-month WTI crude is trading at $92, down $4.08 (-4.25%), while Brent crude is at $95.83, down $3.46 (-3.48%). Natural gas is also lower at $2.84. The Bakken differential to WTI is -$3.42.

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