Oil edge lower as fragile Iran ceasefire extension clouds outlook-CNBC

Oil prices edged lower as the extension of a fragile Iran ceasefire introduced uncertainty about future supply disruptions in the Middle East. The diminished immediate risk of conflict-related supply shocks reduced risk premium in crude pricing, weighing on short-term bullish sentiment. Markets are particularly sensitive to shifts in regional stability given Iran’s strategic role in global oil flows and past volatility tied to geopolitical flare-ups. Brent and WTI futures saw limited downside, however, supported by underlying tightness in global supply and OPEC+ compliance. Traders will watch the next OPEC+ meeting and developments in Red Sea shipping lanes for signs of renewed supply chain stress.

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