Global Growth and Demand
A broader sell-off in global technology stocks has dampened overall investor appetite for risk, including energy assets. Concerns about industrial demand softness in Europe and China are keeping a lid on Brent's recovery potential.
Supply Chain Fluidity
Despite shipping risks, global trade routes remain relatively fluid. Increased production from non-OPEC nations is expected to saturate the market, forcing OPEC+ members to remain disciplined with current production caps.