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WTI

West Texas Intermediate crude oil benchmark used extensively in North American energy markets.

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) is a major crude oil benchmark in the U.S., representing light, sweet crude widely used for pricing, hedging, and trading.

For example, WTI futures on NYMEX are quoted in U.S. dollars per barrel and influence contracts, physical deliveries, and global price signals.

WTI serves as a reference for North American crude oil markets, providing liquidity, standardization, and transparency. Its characteristics include low sulfur content and medium density, making it desirable for refiners.

Understanding WTI enables traders, analysts, and risk managers to benchmark contracts, assess market dynamics, and structure hedges and arbitrage strategies effectively.