US crude oil futures settle at $96.0, up 2.4%

WTI Crude Oil Prices on June 3

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Add us on Google by Estefano Gomez Jun. 3, 2026

The latest data shows that U.S. crude oil futures have settled at $96.02 per barrel, marking an increase of $2.26 or 2.41% on the day. This development has directly impacted the prediction market question regarding whether WTI Crude Oil would close above $96 on June 3, resulting in a resolution in favor of a YES outcome. Market participants had previously shown increasing confidence in a YES resolution, with the probability surging from 25% to 99% over the day. The settlement aligns with ongoing geopolitical tensions and potential supply constraints, factors often associated with upward movements in oil prices.

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Key Takeaways

• The settlement at $96.02 per barrel directly resolves the prediction market question for WTI Crude Oil closing above $96 on June 3 as YES.
• Market confidence in a YES outcome had increased significantly throughout the day, as reflected in significant odds spikes.
• External factors such as geopolitical tensions and supply concerns may have contributed to the observed price increase.

What to Watch

Observers should monitor geopolitical developments and OPEC’s production decisions as potential drivers for future oil price movements. The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s upcoming reports on oil inventories could also influence market pricing. Given the current market resolution, attention may shift to how these factors will impact related energy markets and subsequent futures pricing.

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