Pull messages are the types which might be initiated from the customer, by using a cell phone, for obtaining information or conducting a transaction in the bank account. Examples of pull messages for information feature an account balance enquiry, or requests for current information like foreign currency exchange rates and deposit interest levels, as published and updated through the bank. Data released by the American petroleum institute (API) showed that U.S. crude oil inventories fell 5.2 million barrels in the week ended Dec. 15, down from an expected 35.18 million barrels. Refinery inventories fell more than expected, while gasoline inventories rose, but were less than expected. The overall API data is good and good for oil prices.