U.S. drillers left the total oil and gas rig count unchanged at 551 for a second consecutive week, according to Baker Hughes, signaling a steady near‑term production outlook despite recent price volatility. The flat rig activity may support current market balances for Oil – US Crude and Natural Gas, as producers appear cautious about adding capacity while monitoring demand and inventory trends.
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Over the past month, Oil – US Crude has advanced about 11.8%, reflecting tighter supply expectations and a firmer risk sentiment, with its 1‑day technical stance flashing a Strong Buy signal. In contrast, Natural Gas has dropped roughly 23.4% in the same period amid ample storage and mild weather, and its 1‑day technical reading currently points to a Sell bias, highlighting diverging momentum across key U.S. energy benchmarks.
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