https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-crude-oil-stockpiles-post-large-weekly-dropContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-crude-oil-stockpiles-post-large-weekly-drophttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-crude-oil-stockpiles-post-large-weekly-drop#u134930Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:00:11 +0000US crude oil stockpiles experienced a massive weekly decline, driven by lower production and imports alongside increased refinery capacity utilization. The EIA reported a drawdown of 8.6 million barrels, while the API registered a drop of 11.1 million barrels for the week ending October 9. This substantial reduction far exceeded analyst expectations of a modest inventory increase. Gasoline supplies rose slightly, whereas distillate stocks declined, pushing US crude futures to extend their gains amid aligned refinery inputs, exports, and draws.Why it mattersMarket participants monitor inventory