Crude Market Heats Up: WTI Climbs 3.3% as Supply-Demand Gap Narrows Oil prices climbed past $80 a barrel, continuing their upward momentum as breaking this significant threshold spurred further purchasing. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) experienced a notable increase, rising up to 3.3% and hitting its highest intraday prices since November. This uptick is reflected in crude’s time spreads—a measure of market conditions—showing a sharp rise this week, indicating a tightening in supply and demand. The rally underscores the current market dynamics, where supply constraints and increasing demand are pushing prices higher. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Oil Rises to $85 in Rally Driven by OPEC, Geopolitical Risks READ MORE Big banks are getting what they want from Washington READ MORE Bank of Japan Eyes Policy Shift: Ending NegativeRates READ MORE Gold ETFs Wane Despite Highs: A Glimmer of Hope on the Horizon? READ MORE Crucial Week Ahead: Key Reports to Influence Fed's Rate Policy Decisions READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment