Fluctuating US Crude Oil and Gasoline Inventories

US crude oil and gasoline inventories fluctuated, with a significant increase in the week ending Nov. 10. Commercial crude-oil stockpiles rose by 8.7 million barrels, while gasoline stockpiles declined by 1.5 million barrels. The EIA didn't publish its Weekly Petroleum Status Report, but analysts predict a range of predictions for the week. Refiners are maximizing fuel production, resulting in distillate stocks rising. The API preliminary report indicates a likely fall in crude stocks and a decrease in distillate stockpiles, with a rise in gasoline inventories.