WTI · Contract Z29

Z29 Contract Statistics

First Value-17.50002026-08-28

Last Value-36.96002026-09-17

Minimum-36.9600

Maximum-17.5000

Average-27.2300

Total Records2

WTI Z29 Full Contract Lifecycle Chart

All Historical Values — 2 records

Date	Forward Points
2026-08-28	-17.5000
2026-09-17	-36.9600

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Understanding WTI Contract Z29

This page displays the complete lifecycle of contract Z29 for WTI. The statistics panel shows key metrics — first and last recorded values, minimum, maximum, and the arithmetic mean over the entire life of this specific contract.

The chart visualizes the full forward curve for WTI Z29 from the first recorded date to the most recent update, based on {count} historical data points. This allows you to analyze how forward points evolved as the contract approached expiration, revealing any structural shifts in the WTI forward curve.

How WTI Z29 Forward Points Feed Into Margin Zones and Option Levels

Spot-only margin zones and option levels for WTI lose accuracy as the Z29 expiry approaches, because they ignore the interest rate cost embedded in the forward curve. Adding the forward points recorded for Z29 corrects this drift, keeping the zones and levels aligned with where the market actually prices WTI risk for this expiry.

The {count} data points collected for WTI Z29 let you see exactly how that adjustment has moved over the life of the contract, instead of relying on a single spot value.

FAQ: WTI Z29 Forward Points

How many historical records are available for WTI Z29?

This page currently holds {count} recorded forward points values for WTI contract Z29, covering the full history from the first recorded date to the latest update.

Why do min/max/average matter for Z29?

The minimum, maximum, and average for WTI contract Z29 show how wide the forward curve has swung over its lifetime. A narrow range suggests stable rate differentials, while a wide range signals larger shifts in relative interest rates between the two currencies during this contract's life.

How does Z29 data help with margin zones and option levels for WTI?

The forward points recorded for Z29 reflect the cost of carry priced into WTI for this specific expiry. Using this data alongside spot price keeps margin zones and option levels adjusted for that cost, rather than based on spot alone.