Brent holds above $100/bbl; WTI slips near $96

Brent crude remains above $100 per barrel while WTI edges lower to near $96, indicating sustained tightness in global oil markets. The price level reflects ongoing supply constraints and geopolitical risk, though the slight WTI decline suggests some profit-taking or demand softness. Sustained $100+ Brent has broad inflationary and growth implications for importers.