What History Reveals About Today's Crude Oil Volatility
We bridge the gap between financial information and actionable insight by providing unrivaled coverage on all asset classes and access to best-in-class tools. Realized volatility – measured by the standard deviation of daily price changes – averaged $6.19 per barrel in April 2026. This officially topped the previous high of $6.15 per barrel, marking an unprecedented era of market turbulence.
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- ▪Realized volatility – measured by the standard deviation of daily price changes – averaged $6.19 per barrel in April 2026.
- ▪This officially topped the previous high of $6.15 per barrel, marking an unprecedented era of market turbulence.
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