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2026.02.2718:00:00UTC+00U.S. Oil and Gas Activity Eases as Baker Hughes Rig Count Slips to 550

The U.S. Baker Hughes Total Rig Count edged down to 550 on 27 February 2026, a slight decrease from the previous reading of 551, signaling a modest pullback in drilling activity across the United States.

While the one-rig decline is small in absolute terms, it may reflect a cautious stance among operators amid evolving market conditions, including price volatility and cost considerations. The rig count is closely watched by investors and industry analysts as a proxy for future oil and gas production, with changes often feeding into expectations for supply trends.

The latest reading underscores a largely steady but marginally softer operating environment for U.S. energy producers, as the sector continues to balance capital discipline with production needs in a shifting macroeconomic and commodity landscape.

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