India's US Exports Fall in December 2025 Due to Tariffs
India's merchandise exports to the US declined by 1.83% year-on-year to $6.88 billion in December 2025, impacted by higher American tariffs. Imports from the US rose 7.57% to $4.03 billion.
India's merchandise exports to the US declined by 1.83% year-on-year to $6.88 billion in December 2025, impacted by higher American tariffs. Imports from the US rose 7.57% to $4.03 billion.
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