The Oslo Stock Exchange opened in negative territory on Thursday, with the main index down 0.1% shortly after the opening bell.
The decline follows a session on Wednesday where the index closed slightly lower, marking a continuation of subdued trading conditions on the Norwegian market.
Brent crude has fallen approximately 1% since midnight, trading around $84.
Oil prices are weighing on sentiment ahead of the open.
Brent crude has fallen approximately 1% since midnight, trading around $84.70 per barrel just before the market opened.
This represents a slight recovery from Wednesday's close but remains a headwind for energy-heavy equities.
The market's cautious start extends a period of volatility.