WTI Crude Oil Spot Price Recorded at $66.36 per Barrel in February 2026

The spot price for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil reached $66.36 per barrel on February 23, 2026. This data, reported by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED), reflects the current market valuation at the Cushing, Oklahoma delivery hub. As a primary global energy benchmark, WTI prices serve as a critical indicator for economic monitoring and contract pricing. Market participants closely track these spot rates to assess supply and demand dynamics within the North American energy sector. While the current price provides a snapshot of market conditions, analysts view this as a routine update within the broader commodities landscape. Related financial instruments, including the USO and XLE exchange-traded funds, remain sensitive to these benchmark fluctuations.