India's crude oil imports hit a milestone in June, as Russia emerged as the primary supplier, followed closely by the UAE's near-record imports. This shift represents a calculated diversification strategy, influenced by attractive discounts and apprehensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Venezuela is stepping into a crucial role, while the reopening of the Strait indicates a slow path towards normalized supplies, beginning with LPG's anticipated recovery.

India's state-run refiners have secured enough crude for two months. They are not rushing to buy from the Middle East even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens. Suppliers have asked…

US-Iran war impact: India’s crude oil imports from Russia are set to hit an all–time high in June, according to data from Kpler, a global real-time data and analytics provider.…