WTI Crude Oil futures advanced on geopolitical tensions.

WTI Crude Oil futures rose more than 1.5% on February 11, 2026, as geopolitical developments in the Middle East influenced market sentiment. Prices have climbed nearly 15% this year, recovering from a downward trend in 2025. While concerns regarding a supply glut persist, EIA inventory data showed a jump of 8.5 million barrels, following an API report of a 13.4 million barrel increase in stockpiles. In the equities-linked energy space, Natural Gas futures saw a rebound after three sessions of declines. Market participants are evaluating weather forecasts through February 19, which may shift demand patterns. Natural Gas futures are currently testing the $3 support level with technical resistance noted near $4.