China's reduced oil imports, driven by weaker demand, record stockpiles, and EV growth, are unexpectedly stabilizing global markets amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. Despite discounted Iranian crude, Beijing is drawing down reserves and cutting refinery output. This shift offers a rare scenario where the largest importer eases global energy supply pressures.
China's reduced oil imports, driven by weaker demand, record stockpiles, and EV growth, are unexpectedly stabilizing global markets amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. Despite discounted Iranian crude, Beijing is drawing down reserves and cutting refinery output. This shift offers a rare scenario where the largest importer eases global energy supply pressures.
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