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As India prepares for the 2026-27 Union Budget, the focus shifts toward maintaining economic stability amidst volatile global trade conditions. Industry leaders must navigate shifting US tariff policies and anticipated domestic regulatory reforms to sustain export momentum. 1. Budget 2026 to Provide Financial Cushion Against Global Trade Volatility The Indian
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This week, a major shift in global trade dynamics offers India a unique opening to strengthen its ties with Europe. As traditional alliances face friction, Indian exporters stand to gain from expedited bilateral agreements and new digital infrastructure. 1. Accelerated India-EU Free Trade Deal Offers Major Advantage for Exporters A
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This week’s trade developments combine near-term compliance pressure with medium-term opportunities for exporters and importers. Watch for fast-moving policy signals on India–US tariffs, agri-exports, and key industrial inputs that can materially change landed cost and contract strategy. 1. India–US trade talks restart, exporters plan for tariff risk
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Policy signals dominated the week for Indian traders—especially around raw material imports and agri exports. Exporters and importers should recheck contracts, pricing, and licensing assumptions because multiple measures changed within days. 1. Met coke imports reopened, easing immediate steel input risks India has removed the “restricted” status for low-ash
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India’s trade diplomacy in West Asia accelerated this week, with multiple negotiation tracks moving from intent to process. For exporters and importers, the near-term impact is clearer market access planning, product prioritisation, and compliance preparation for upcoming pact negotiations. 1. India-Bahrain CEPA talks move closer with negotiation scope shared
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This week’s trade environment brought a big FTA win, tighter guardrails on select chemical imports, and fresh signals on logistics costs. For Indian SMEs and procurement teams, the common theme is clearer: lock in compliance fast and rework landed-cost models early. 1. India–New Zealand FTA Delivers Zero-Duty Access