Front Month Nymex Crude for Aug. delivery lost $2.87 per barrel, or 3.92% to $70.34 today

--Largest one day dollar and percentage decline since Tuesday, June 16, 2026

--Down eight of the past 10 sessions

--Lowest settlement value since Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

--Off 37.72% from its 52-week high of $112.95 hit Tuesday, April 7, 2026