U.S. rig count decreases by 2 to 544

Summary

The U.S. rig count decreased by 2 last week, bringing the total to 544 rigs. In Canada, the count fell by 96 to 197 rigs. The Permian Basin saw a decrease of 3 rigs, totaling 244.

Recent Coverage

• U.S. Rig Count – Week Ending Jan 11, 2026 – Baker Hughes

  Oil & Gas Leads • Jan 12

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  Oil & Gas Journal - Drilling & Production • Jan 9

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  Oil and Gas 360 • Jan 9