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India's June exports shine through West Asia dark clouds; trade deficit widens to five-month high
Key takeaway
India's June exports rose 15.5% to $40.41bn, but the trade deficit hit a 5-month high of $30.43bn on surging oil, gold, and electronics imports.
- Step 1India's trade deficit widens to $30.43bn as imports of oil, gold, and electronics surge.
- Step 2Higher import bill pressures the rupee to depreciate, raising the cost of imported inputs for Indian SMEs.
- Step 3SMEs in logistics, jewellery, and electronics face margin compression; exporters gain a temporary edge.
Source: Economic Times — Economy
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