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2026-09-15 17:30:08
[India's Merchandise Trade Deficit Remained Practically Unchanged at $26.86 Billion in August] ⑴ India's merchandise trade deficit in August was $26.86 billion, essentially unchanged from $26.68 billion in the same period last year, despite a volatile macroeconomic backdrop during the quarter. ⑵ Imports rose 14.7% year-on-year to $70.67 billion, driven by supply disruptions due to the Middle East conflict and soaring energy costs for Indian importers. ⑶ Exports increased 25.5% year-on-year to $43.81 billion.
