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U.S. Crude Inventories Surge 8.5 Million Barrels, Defying Expectations and Pressuring Oil Prices

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:03 PM

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U.S. crude oil inventories increased by 8.5 million barrels last week, contrary to expectations of a decrease, as production rebounded and imports rose, according to the EIA.

Story Timeline: Weekly U.S. Crude Oil Inventory Reports

Feb 4, 2026U.S. Crude Inventories Shrink 3.5 Million Barrels; Lower Production Tightens Supply

Feb 11, 2026

U.S. Crude Inventories Surge 8.5 Million Barrels, Defying Expectations and Pressuring Oil Prices(current)

Feb 19, 2026U.S. Crude Stocks Unexpectedly Drop 9 Million Barrels, Challenging Analyst Forecasts

Mar 5, 2026Surprising US Crude Inventory Build and Distillate Rise Impact Energy Market Outlook

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