London: Oil prices were steady on Tuesday as investors assessed risks of supply disruption ahead of talks between the US and Iran later in the day. Brent crude futures fell 0.2% at $68.59 a barrel, following a 1.3% gain on Monday. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was at $63.73 a barrel, up 84 cents, or 1.34%.
According to Qatar News Agency, the market is closely watching the developments from the talks, with potential implications for global oil supplies. Investors are particularly focused on how these discussions might impact future production and distribution of oil, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.