WTI crude oil prices edged lower, trading near $68.50 per barrel, as market participants weighed the potential impact of a ceasefire deal in the Middle East. The possibility of reduced geopolitical tensions in the oil-rich region tempered supply concerns, prompting a retreat from recent gains.
Traders remain cautious as they assess how a ceasefire could influence production stability and broader market dynamics. The downward pressure on prices comes despite lingering uncertainty over global demand, with concerns about economic slowdowns persisting. For now, WTI remains under scrutiny, reflecting both regional developments and wider economic trends.