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What The Crude Oil Forward Curve Says
June 2, 2026
When the crude oil forward curve is in steep backwardation — today's price far above next year's — it signals critically tight inventories and is bullish for spot price.
When the crude oil forward curve is in steep backwardation — today's price far above next year's — it signals critically tight inventories and is bullish for spot price.
Commentary & analysis of selected stories on June 2, 2026
A replay of our June 4, 2026 conference call.
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