The market remained cautious, however, as rising Saudi Arabian production and persistent concerns over global trade tensions tempered the upward momentum.

Oil prices were rising, with Brent crude up 0.4% at $68.91 a barrel, and WTI up 0.5% at $66.91 a barrel. Market fundamentals for oil remain fundamentally tight on bullish seasonal demand, while new Houthi attacks on cargo vessels transiting the Red Sea are adding a risk premium,