India’s Trade Performance Analyzed
- India’s exports hit $73.99B, up 15.52% compared to last year.
- Imports totaled $80.63B, a slight decrease of 0.60%.
- Total exports (April-Nov) increased to $562.13B with 5.43% growth.
- Total imports (April-Nov) reached $651.13B, growing by 5%.
- Trade deficit fell to a five-month low of $24.53 billion.
- Strong sectors: Iron Ore, Cashew, Electronic Goods, Coffee.
In November 2025, India’s trade performance showed a positive trend. Total exports, including goods and services, reached an estimated $73.99 billion – that’s 15.52% more than last year. Meanwhile, total imports came in at $80.63 billion, which was a small drop of 0.60%. These numbers represent a significant increase in India’s economic activity.
Looking at the Numbers: April-November 2024 vs. November 2025
When you look at the bigger picture – from April through November of both years – the story continues. India’s total exports hit $562.13 billion, rising by 5.43%. Total imports were $651.13 billion, also growing by 5%. This indicates strong global demand for Indian products and services.
Key Export Sectors in November 2025
Certain products were particularly strong. Iron Ore, Cashew, Electronic Goods, and Coffee all saw a big increase in exports – more than 20% compared to last November. This suggests a focus on key commodities and manufactured goods.
Decreasing Imports in November 2025
However, some imports decreased. Notably, Gold saw a significant drop (-59.15%), while Vegetable Oil, Newsprint, and Crude Petroleum also decreased. This could be due to changing global prices or shifts in demand.
Trade Deficit Improvement
The trade deficit, the difference between what India sells and what it buys, decreased to a five-month low of $24.53 billion in November 2025. This indicates a strengthening economy and improved competitiveness.
“India’s trade balance is showing signs of resilience and is a positive indicator of the nation’s economic health.”
