Intraday update from September 24, 2026: Crude oil futures continued their upward momentum during the afternoon session, with the SC crude oil main contract climbing more than 6% so far today.

This sharp rally in energy futures comes amid sustained buying pressure, reflecting heightened market optimism in the commodities complex. The move underscores a broader trend of strength in the oil market, with traders focusing on supply dynamics and near-term demand signals.

Market participants are closely monitoring the sustained price action as the SC contract holds firmly in positive territory, supported by robust trading volumes across the session.