Inditex cited no reason for slower growth, but businesses have been warning of weaker demand, especially in the U.S. as trade tensions mount.

ARTEIXO, Spain (Reuters) - The world's largest listed fashion retailer Inditex is well positioned to face the uncertainty about tariffs around the world as it sources its products in a wide range of different countries, Chief Executive Oscar Garcia Maceiras said on Wednesday.

Shares in the Zara owner fell after it reported a slowdown in sales growth, as the rise of Chinese low-cost online platforms heats up competition in the fast-fashion industry.