Shares in the ASX’s energy and utilities stocks fell on Tuesday after oil prices slipped, and lithium stocks also tumbled on speculation of weaker demand out of China.

The S&P/ASX 200 eased 0.1 per cent or 4.7 points, to 7141.6. All ords also dipped 0.1 per cent or 4.8 points to 7345.4.