FX.co ★ US Crude Stockpiles Post Surprise Increase

Crude oil inventories in the United States increased by 2.77 million barrels for the week ending November 21, 2025. This rise comes after a notable decline of 3.426 million barrels the previous week and contrasts with market predictions of a 0.5 million barrel reduction. At the Cushing, Oklahoma delivery hub, crude oil stocks decreased by 68,000 barrels, marking the third straight week of declines. On the other hand, refined fuel inventories displayed growth, with gasoline stocks rising by 2.513 million barrels and distillate fuel stocks increasing by 1.147 million barrels.