40-Week (200-Day) moving average defines the major downtrend and major resistance
West Texas Intermediate 2-Year Weekly chart
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Near-term uptrend with resistance at 42 and support at 40. But, the major trend is down as represented by the 200-day moving average. A break below 40 would indicate a test at 39. A break below 39 indicates a major test at 35. Reference the link below the chart.
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The near-term uptrend for WTI failed at 39 so this is the current reference point for the resistance level. WTI dropped 1.74% today to close at 36.72. The 36 level is a tentative support level that would trigger sell orders if crude breaks below this point. But, the major support level is 35. A Break below 35 would trigger heavy selling and a test of the February lows would come into play.
West Texas Intermediate 5-Month Daily Chart
Reference my chart analysis for WTI on March 2, 2016 when 35 was major resistance for the near-term uptrend. Because of the reversal of roles, 35 is now major support.
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Major, intermediate and near-term trends are all down
West Texas Intermediate 6-Month Chart
I have posted many charts on WTI. You can reference the long-term charts. WTI is now approaching levels last seen in 2002 to 2004. All one can do now is monitor the near-term trend for the development of a firm support zone.
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