Crude futures surged again today on the continual speculation that the Russian's and Saudi's will eventually come to terms on a production cut to equalize a highly battered market.

Also helping drive prices is expectations that distillate stocks in the U.S. have fallen by 4 million barrels as we near an upcoming cold front.

Front month contracts for March delivery have gained back nearly 20% of their losses since last week.

Bunkers were firm in the primary ports, but still favorable to the consumer.