Oil prices continued their decline today as the United States reported a notable increase in its oil stockpile

The latest data from the US Energy Information Administration revealed a larger-than-expected rise in crude oil inventories, further dampening market sentiment.

The increase in US oil stocks comes at a time when global markets have been closely monitoring supply dynamics, given the ongoing geopolitical tensions and production disruptions in some oil-producing regions. Investors have been particularly watchful of any developments that could either exacerbate or alleviate the existing strain on the supply chain.

The heightened stockpile could indicate a slowdown in demand or an oversupply situation, factors that traditionally influence oil prices. The market will now closely watch how major oil-producing nations respond to this development, especially in terms of production adjustments to stabilise prices.