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Oil prices remained stable on Monday despite the extended ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, which initially raised concerns about regional stability. The market focused on the lack of major economic data releases, with Sweden's Producer Price Index for March being the only notable event. Analysts noted that the ceasefire's limited impact on supply chains and geopolitical risk premiums contributed to the calm in energy markets.
The muted reaction highlights the current dominance of macroeconomic factors over geopolitical risks in shaping oil prices. Traders are closely watching how extended conflicts in the Middle East might indirectly affect global supply chains and OPEC+ policy adjustments. The absence of immediate supply disruptions has kept the market in a consolidation phase.
Looking ahead, investors should monitor upcoming central bank decisions and inflation data from major economies. The Producer Price Index in Sweden could offer early signals about inflationary pressures in Europe, which might influence the European Central Bank's policy trajectory. Energy traders should also assess how prolonged conflicts might affect OPEC+ production quotas in the second quarter.
