WTI Crude Oil – How to Trade Crude Oil on the EIA Report?

The lack of volatility in the market is just like a lull before the storm as most investors await US Advance NFP, BOC policy decision, and EIA stockpile report. No one seems ready to take positions ahead of these economic releases.

Speaking of the oil market, the movement in oil price is mostly flat on Tuesday as traders awaited the crude oil stockpile report from EIA (Energy Information Administration). Prior to the data release, the WTI future is trading around $55.95, outside the bullish channel.

The bearish breakout occurred after the American Petroleum Institute (API) reported a rise in the US crude oil inventories by 7.3 million barrels for the week ended March 1. This actually came as a surprise because the market was expecting a draw in inventories due to an extension in the US-China trade deal deadline.

USD โ€“ Crude Oil Inventories

The EIA (Energy Information Administration) is due to report on the WTI oil stockpile data. Last time, the inventories fell by -8.6M barrels, perhaps on the US-China trade deal sentiments.

Since the United States has already pushed the trade deal deadline and both nations are expected to meet at the March 27 summit, the sentiment for oil prices remains solid. We may see another draw in crude oil inventories this week.

WTI Crude Oil โ€“ Technical Outlook

The WTI crude oil technical outlook looks bearish below a significant resistance level of $56.20. At the moment, crude oil is supported above $55.66 and the support is extended by a double bottom pattern.

The bullish breakout of $56.50 can trigger buying until $57.45. While oil can stay bearish below $56.45 with a target of $55.

Good luck!

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Arslan Butt serves as the Lead Commodities and Indices Analyst, bringing a wealth of expertise to the field. With an MBA in Behavioral Finance and active progress towards a Ph.D., Arslan possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics.His professional journey includes a significant role as a senior analyst at a leading brokerage firm, complementing his extensive experience as a market analyst and day trader. Adept in educating others, Arslan has a commendable track record as an instructor and public speaker.His incisive analyses, particularly within the realms of cryptocurrency and forex markets, are showcased across esteemed financial publications such as ForexCrunch, InsideBitcoins, and EconomyWatch, solidifying his reputation in the financial community.
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