As per data released by Baker Hughes the number of oil rigs in USA has decreased to 830 as on 25th October 2019 down by 21 compared to 18th October 2019 and down by 238 compared to 26th October 2018. The total number of oilrigs was recorded at 2141 worldwide in September’19 compared to 2258 in the same month last year. U.S. is still importing slick water due to fear of unexpected surge in price of guar gum. Therefore, exports are being slightly affected.