West Texas Intermediate, a light, sweet crude oil grade, serves as a key global benchmark for oil prices. Traders and investors use its futures contracts for hedging and speculation. Producers, refiners, and even consumers benefit from its pricing, which influences fuel costs and economic indicators worldwide.
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