Oil prices steady as investor focus shifts to demand outlook

"In the short term, demand is expected to rise for the summer driving season, but higher oil prices may intensify inflationary pressures and prolong interest rate hikes in many countries, which could dampen demand," he said. Kikukawa noted the impact could also reignite concerns about the global financial industry.

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