India’s merchandise exports rise 6.75% in September despite global trade headwinds

October 15, 2025 9:10 PM

India’s merchandise exports rise 6.75% in September despite global trade headwinds

India’s merchandise exports rose by 6.75% in September 2025 to USD 36.38 billion, compared to USD 34.08 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. The growth comes despite tariff hikes by major trading partners, including the United States, and a challenging global trade environment. However, the trade gap widened as imports surged 16.7% year-on-year to USD 68.53 billion, compared to USD 58.74 billion in September 20...

India’s trade deficit widens to USD 11.72 billion in July 2025 amid rising imports

August 14, 2025 5:12 PM

India’s trade deficit widens to USD 11.72 billion in July 2025 amid rising imports

India’s overall trade deficit, which combines merchandise and services, widened to USD 11.72 billion in July 2025, up from USD 10.10 billion in the same month last year, driven by a faster rise in imports compared to exports, according to data released by the Commerce & Industry Ministry. The country’s exports grew to USD 68.25 billion in July 2025, up from USD 65.31 billion in July 2024. However, imports rose at a sharper pace, reaching USD 79.99 billion compared to USD 75.41 billion a...