{"id":8775,"date":"2026-05-07T12:51:32","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T12:51:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/friscotimes.org\/?p=8775"},"modified":"2026-05-08T13:44:07","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:44:07","slug":"current-price-of-oil-as-of-may-7-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/friscotimes.org\/?p=8775","title":{"rendered":"Current price of oil as of May 7, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>By 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time on May 7, 2026, oil had reached $100.45 per barrel, measured using the Brent benchmark. That\u2019s $6.07 less than it cost yesterday morning and about $38.90 above its price a year earlier.<\/p>\n<div>\n<figure class=\"optimized-table-widget\">\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto max-md:hidden\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th \/>\n<th>Oil price per barrel<\/th>\n<th>% Change<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Price of oil yesterday<\/td>\n<td>$106.52<\/td>\n<td>-5.69%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Price of oil 1 month ago<\/td>\n<td>$112.30<\/td>\n<td>-10.55%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Price of oil 1 year ago<\/td>\n<td>$61.54<\/td>\n<td>+63.22%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"md:hidden\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<th>Price of oil yesterday<\/th>\n<th \/><\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>Oil price per barrel<\/td>\n<td>$106.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>% Change<\/td>\n<td>-5.69%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<th>Price of oil 1 month ago<\/th>\n<th \/><\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>Oil price per barrel<\/td>\n<td>$112.30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>% Change<\/td>\n<td>-10.55%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<th>Price of oil 1 year ago<\/th>\n<th \/><\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>Oil price per barrel<\/td>\n<td>$61.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"\">\n<td>% Change<\/td>\n<td>+63.22%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"has-text-align-left has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e3f3f1;padding:15px\">\n<p><em><strong>Check Out Our Daily Rates Reports<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the highest high-yield savings rates, up to 5% for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the highest CD rates, up to 4.20% for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the top CD rates from major banks on May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the current mortgage rates for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover current refi mortgage rates report for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover current ARM mortgage rates report for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the current price of gold for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;<\/p>\n<li>Discover the current price of silver for May 8, 2026.<\/li>\n<p>&#013;\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will oil prices go up?<\/h2>\n<p>Oil prices are inherently unpredictable. While many variables come into play, the basic push and pull of supply and demand is what ultimately matters. In times of heightened concern about recession, war, or other major disruptions, oil can swing suddenly.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How oil prices translate to gas pump prices<\/h3>\n<p>Each gallon you pay for at the pump bundles together several costs. Crude oil is one piece, but you also pay for refineries, wholesalers, government taxes, and the price markup set by gas stations.<\/p>\n<p>Because crude oil usually accounts for more than half of the price per gallon, it tends to move the needle the most. Sharp increases in oil almost always show up quickly at the pump. Declines in the price of oil, on the other hand, often translate into slower, more delayed drops in gas prices\u2014the \u201crockets and feathers\u201d effect.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The role of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve<\/h3>\n<p>When an emergency arises, the U.S. has a reserve of crude oil called the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Its chief function is to secure energy during disasters like sanctions, severe storm damage, or war. It can also help take the edge off brutal price spikes when supply gets hit.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not a solution for the long haul. It\u2019s more of an immediate safety net to support consumers and keep crucial sectors of the economy running (think key industries, emergency services, public transportation, and the like).<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How oil and natural gas prices are linked<\/h3>\n<p>Oil and natural gas are two of the main fuels that keep the world running. A big change in oil prices can end up affecting natural gas. As an example, if oil prices increase, some industries may sub natural gas for certain areas of their operations wherever possible. This can increase demand for natural gas.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historical performance of oil<\/h2>\n<p>The oil market typically tracks two benchmarks:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brent crude oil<\/strong> (the main global oil benchmark)<\/li>\n<li><strong>West Texas Intermediate (WTI)<\/strong> (the main benchmark of North America)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Between the two, Brent offers a clearer view of global oil performance because it prices much of the world\u2019s traded crude. It\u2019s also often the preferred gauge for tracking historical oil trends. In fact, the U.S. Energy Information Administration now uses Brent as its primary reference in its Annual Energy Outlook.<\/p>\n<p>Looking at the Brent benchmark over multiple decades, you\u2019ll find oil has been anything but stable. It\u2019s seen sharp rises due to factors like wars and supply cuts, along with steep declines tied to global recessions and oversupply (called a \u201cglut\u201d). For example:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The early 1970s saw the first major oil shock when the Middle East slashed exports and placed an embargo on the U.S. and others during the Yom Kippur War.<\/li>\n<li>Prices fell in the mid-1980s for reasons including lower demand and the entry of more non-OPEC oil producers.<\/li>\n<li>Prices jumped again in 2008 with increased global demand, but then plunged alongside the global financial crisis.<\/li>\n<li>During the 2020 COVID lockdown, oil demand collapsed like never before\u2014bringing prices below $20 per barrel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bottom line, oil\u2019s historical performance has been anything but smooth. It\u2019s hugely affected by wars, recessions, OPEC whims, evolving energy initiatives and policies, and much more.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Energy coverage from\u00a0<em>Fortune<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>Looking to stay up-to-date regarding the latest energy developments? Check out our recent coverage:<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<details class=\"group open:flex flex-col gap-sm prose-p:typography-default prose-p:font-inria-serif prose-ul:typography-default prose-ul:font-inria-serif prose-strong:text-primary wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\">\n<summary class=\"prose cursor-pointer list-none stroke-secondary border-b [&amp;_*]:m-0 [&amp;_a]:text-accent pb-1 font-graphik-compact font-semibold text-primary-hover **:text-primary-hover group-focus-within:text-accent md:group-focus-within:stroke-accent group-open:stroke-accent **:no-underline!\"><span class=\"flex items-center justify-between h-fit\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is the current price of oil per barrel actually determined?<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>The current price of oil per barrel depends largely on supply and demand, including news about potential future supply and demand (geopolitics, decisions made by OPEC+, etc.). In the U.S., prices also move based on how friendly an administration is to drilling, as it can affect future supply. For example, 2025 saw the Trump administration move to reopen more than 1.5 million acres in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil and gas leasing, reversing the Biden administration\u2019s policy of limiting oil drilling in the Arctic.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"group open:flex flex-col gap-sm prose-p:typography-default prose-p:font-inria-serif prose-ul:typography-default prose-ul:font-inria-serif prose-strong:text-primary wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\">\n<summary class=\"prose cursor-pointer list-none stroke-secondary border-b [&amp;_*]:m-0 [&amp;_a]:text-accent pb-1 font-graphik-compact font-semibold text-primary-hover **:text-primary-hover group-focus-within:text-accent md:group-focus-within:stroke-accent group-open:stroke-accent **:no-underline!\"><span class=\"flex items-center justify-between h-fit\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How often does the price of oil change during the day?<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>The price of oil updates constantly when the \u201cfutures\u201d markets are open. A futures market is effectively an auction where people agree to buy or sell oil in the future. As long as people and companies are trading contracts, the oil price is changing.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"group open:flex flex-col gap-sm prose-p:typography-default prose-p:font-inria-serif prose-ul:typography-default prose-ul:font-inria-serif prose-strong:text-primary wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\">\n<summary class=\"prose cursor-pointer list-none stroke-secondary border-b [&amp;_*]:m-0 [&amp;_a]:text-accent pb-1 font-graphik-compact font-semibold text-primary-hover **:text-primary-hover group-focus-within:text-accent md:group-focus-within:stroke-accent group-open:stroke-accent **:no-underline!\"><span class=\"flex items-center justify-between h-fit\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does U.S. shale oil production affect the current price of oil?<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>In short, shale is rock that contains oil and natural gas. Think of shale as energy yet to be tapped. The more shale the U.S. accesses, the more energy we\u2019ll have\u2014and the more easily oil prices can keep from spiking as much thanks to a greater supply.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"group open:flex flex-col gap-sm prose-p:typography-default prose-p:font-inria-serif prose-ul:typography-default prose-ul:font-inria-serif prose-strong:text-primary wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\">\n<summary class=\"prose cursor-pointer list-none stroke-secondary border-b [&amp;_*]:m-0 [&amp;_a]:text-accent pb-1 font-graphik-compact font-semibold text-primary-hover **:text-primary-hover group-focus-within:text-accent md:group-focus-within:stroke-accent group-open:stroke-accent **:no-underline!\"><span class=\"flex items-center justify-between h-fit\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does the current price of oil impact inflation and the broader economy?<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/summary>\n<p>When oil is expensive, it tends to make everyday items cost more. This can be related to energy (your heating, gas utilities, etc.), but it\u2019s also due to the logistics involved with making those items accessible to you. Shipping, for example, can affect the price of things at the grocery store, as it\u2019s more expensive to get those products from warehouses and farms onto the shelf.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time on May 7, 2026, oil had reached $100.45 per barrel, measured using the Brent benchmark. 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