India, Aug. 18 -- UK Stock Market Forecast Today (August 18): The UK stock market faces another cautious session on Tuesday, August 18, after the FTSE 100 ended lower for a sixth consecutive trading day on Monday. The index fell 0.28% to 10,720, its lowest closing level in more than three weeks, as weakness in consumer stocks weighed on the market.

Investor sentiment could remain fragile as Brent crude climbed above $91 a barrel on Tuesday amid renewed concerns over oil supplies and the deteriorating US-Iran situation. Higher energy prices could increase inflation pressure and influence expectations for interest rates.

UK Stock Market Forecast Today (August 18): Will the FTSE 100 Open Higher Today?

The FTSE 100 enters Tuesday's session...