# WTI crude oil price fluctuations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wti-crude-oil-price-fluctuations
> Updated: 2026-08-18T10:34:15.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices showed signs of stabilization following a period of sharp declines that saw prices drop from $94.50 to $79.50. After finding support near the $79.50 level, prices began moving back toward the 50-day simple moving average of $83.00.

By mid-August, the upward trend continued, with WTI September futures rising for a third consecutive trading day to close at $84.94 per barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange.

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### 2026-07-30: WTI oil price stabilizes as Bitcoin holds key support

WTI crude oil steadies near $83 with buyers back in, while Bitcoin holds support at $63,700, both awaiting breakout signals.

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