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Energy Market Briefing

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Bakken Wire Energy Market Briefing Thursday, September 10, 2026

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Oil prices are trading higher this morning, continuing a rally that saw Brent crude close above $101 per barrel on Wednesday, its highest level in four months, according to Rigzone. As of this briefing, WTI is at $97.52 and Brent at $102.46. The stated drivers are escalating Middle East tensions, falling inventories, and renewed Chinese buying, which are tightening physical markets.

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