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August 07, 2025

Reliance flags trade risks amid tariff tango

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries on Thursday flagged geopolitical tensions and tariff-related uncertainties as key risks that could disrupt global trade flows and upset demand-supply balances, particularly in its oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business.In its latest annual report, the company noted that while global oil demand is expected to remain strong, despite rising EV adoption, the supply chain disruptions linked to tariffs and conflicts could create volatility. “Continuing geopolitical and tariff-related uncertainties may affect trade flows and demand‑supply balance,” Reliance said."Key factors to watch in 2025 would be stagnating demand in China (EV penetration), aviation growth in Asia, geopolitical uncertainties and new economic policies (tariffs & sanctions)," the company

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