West Texas Intermediate crude oil rose 2.24% on Wednesday, closing at $88.85 per barrel. The session's advance extended a sustained upward move that has accelerated across recent trading periods.
Over the past seven days, WTI has gained 11.30%, reflecting a notably strong short-term run for the commodity. The 30-day gain stands at 13.28%, indicating that the bulk of the appreciation has built steadily over the past month.
The consecutive gains across the 24-hour, seven-day, and 30-day windows point to a broad and consistent upward trend in crude prices. No market capitalization figure is available for the commodity.
WTI's move to $88.85 marks a significant shift from levels seen a month prior, with each measured timeframe showing positive returns. The data reflects an uninterrupted trajectory of price appreciation through the September 2, 2026 session.
