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Merchandise exports: CRISIL sees stronger headwinds; US trade risks keep outlook cautious

India’s merchandise exports are likely to face intensifying pressure in the coming months as uncertainty over the proposed US-India trade deal persists and concerns grow over possible additional US levies linked to India’s crude oil purchases from Russia, ratings firm CRISIL said.In its latest assessment, CRISIL warned that near-term stress could emerge in select agri-export…

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India’s trade: Despite global volitality, merchandise exports stay strong; ‘demonstrate strength and diversification,’ says government

Despite global economic uncertainties, geopolitical disruptions, and softened demand in some markets, India’s merchandise exports continue to demonstrate resilience, the government said on Friday. “There is, as of yet, no conclusive evidence that the export trends are attributable specifically to any tariff-related action. India’s export sectors continue to demonstrate strength and diversification,” MoS for commerce…

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‘Strong wicket’: Piyush Goyal says November exports show healthy rise; merchandise trade picks up after October slump

India’s exports posted a healthy rise in November after a sharp fall in October, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday, indicating that outbound shipments had regained momentum despite global volatility. He did not reveal the numbers, with the commerce ministry set to release official data on December 15.According to PTI, Goyal said…

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India-US trade: Merchandise exports to Washington drop after Trump’s 50% tariff; shipments to other countries rise

India’s exports to the United States fell in September, while shipments to other countries surpassed past growth figures, according to Crisil’s October report. Merchandise exports to the US dropped 11.9% to $5.5 billion, reversing a 7% gain seen in August 2025. The decline would have been even sharper if exporters had not made shipments ahead…

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Merchandise trade deficit rises 30.37% to $32.15 billion: Exports up 6.75%, imports surge 16.7% in September

India’s merchandise exports in September 2025 rose 6.75 per cent to $36.38 billion from $34.08 billion a year earlier, while imports jumped 16.7 per cent to $68.53 billion, according to data released by the ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. The surge in imports, led by gold, silver, fertilisers, and electronics, pushed the merchandise…

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