Core Insights - The global crude oil market is experiencing an oversupply, particularly evident in the Americas, especially the United States [1][2] - The futures curve for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is in a "contango" structure for most of 2026, indicating weak spot demand as future contracts are priced higher than near-term contracts [1][2] - U.S. crude oil exports reached their highest level since July 2024 in October, further confirming the ample supply situation [1][2] - In contrast, the Brent crude oil futures curve has remained relatively flat since March, highlighting differing levels of oversupply in various regional markets [1][2]