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WTI Crude Oil Futures Price

Track the live WTI crude oil futures price (NYMEX CL1!), interactive charts, technicals, and the key drivers every commodity trader should know.

View Live ChartKey Facts
  • Energy
    Asset Class
  • USOUSD_wti
    Ticker Symbol
  • USD
    Base Currency
  • Commodity CFD
    Tradable Asset

Technical Rating

How to read this rating

The gauge sums up popular indicators and moving averages into one signal for USOUSD_wti, updated as prices move.

  • Strong Buy — strong upward momentum.
  • Buy — momentum leans up.
  • Neutral — no clear direction.
  • Sell — momentum leans down.
  • Strong Sell — strong downward momentum.

Use it as a guide, not advice — always check the live chart and your own research before trading.

Charts, ratings, and quotes are provided by TradingView for information only. Confirm the exact tradable price in your Centrino Capital platform before placing an order.

About WTI Crude Oil Futures

WTI crude oil futures are the front-month NYMEX contracts for West Texas Intermediate, the primary US oil benchmark, and among the most actively traded commodity futures contracts in the world.

Quoted in US dollars per barrel, the front-month WTI futures contract reflects market expectations for near-term US oil supply and demand, rolling to the next expiry as the current contract approaches settlement.

Prices are influenced by OPEC+ output decisions, weekly US inventory reports, broader global demand conditions, and the direction of the US dollar, with WTI typically trading at a discount to Brent due to its landlocked delivery point at Cushing, Oklahoma.

Key Facts

Symbol
USOUSD_wti
Asset class
Energy
Benchmark
West Texas Intermediate (Front-Month)
Unit
Per barrel
Quote currency
USD
Tradable as
Commodity CFD

What Moves WTI Crude Oil Futures

  • OPEC+ Production Policy

    Supply quotas set by OPEC and allied producers are the dominant external force on WTI futures prices.

  • US Crude Inventories

    Weekly EIA inventory reports provide a direct read on US supply-demand balance and often trigger sharp price reactions.

  • Global Demand Outlook

    Economic activity in the US, China, and other major economies shapes the demand side of the oil market.

  • US Dollar

    WTI is denominated in US dollars, meaning a stronger dollar tends to suppress prices while a weaker dollar typically lifts them.

  • Contract Roll and Cushing Dynamics

    Storage levels at the Cushing, Oklahoma delivery hub and futures roll activity can create short-term price pressure independent of broader fundamentals.

Why Trade WTI Crude Oil Futures (USOUSD_wti) CFDs with Centrino Capital?

  • Tight Spreads

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  • Flexible Leverage

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  • Markets You Can Trust

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How to Trade WTI Crude Oil Futures

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  3. 3

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WTI Crude Oil Futures — Questions

How much is WTI Crude Oil Futures live price today?

The live price is shown in the chart above and updates throughout the trading session. WTI futures can move quickly around inventory releases and OPEC+ announcements, so check the live chart and current bid/ask before trading.

Can I trade WTI crude oil futures with leverage?

Yes. Eligible clients at Centrino Capital can trade WTI crude oil futures as a commodity CFD with flexible leverage and transparent margin requirements. Leverage magnifies both potential gains and losses, so ensure you understand the risks before trading.

What is the difference between WTI futures and a spot WTI contract?

The front-month futures contract references the nearest NYMEX expiry and rolls forward as that date approaches, meaning the price reflects near-term market expectations and can diverge slightly from spot due to carry costs and roll dynamics.

Why does WTI usually trade below Brent crude?

WTI is delivered at the landlocked Cushing, Oklahoma hub, which can experience storage constraints, while Brent benefits from easier seaborne export access. These logistical and regional supply differences typically produce a Brent premium over WTI.

Do I receive physical oil when trading this instrument?

No. Trading WTI crude oil futures via a CFD means you speculate on the price without any obligation to take physical delivery. You can go long or short depending on your market outlook.

Disclaimer

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, financial guidance, or a recommendation to buy or sell WTI Crude Oil Futures (USOUSD_wti) or any other financial instrument. Live prices and charts are supplied by TradingView and may differ from the tradable prices in the Centrino Capital platform. Trading CFDs is leveraged and carries significant risk to your capital — you may lose more than you expect. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please ensure you fully understand the risks and conduct your own research before trading. T&Cs apply.

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