FIEO highlights strong export growth outlook; Calls for enhanced global market access

NEW DELHI : The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has expressed optimism regarding India’s export performance, citing improving global demand trends and continued policy support from the Government of India. Exports Grow 6.15% in April–January 2025-26; FTAs with EU & US to Provide Fresh Impetus: Mr S C Ralhan, President, FIEO.

India’s export performance reflects steady resilience amid global headwinds, registering a 6.15% growth during April–January 2025-26. The proposed Free Trade Agreements with the EU and US are expected to unlock new market access, enhance competitiveness, and accelerate export-led growth. The development reinforces India’s strong trade fundamentals and the collective efforts of the exporting community.Strengthening India’s global trade footprint and advancing towards a resilient export ecosystem.

According to FIEO, India’s export sector has demonstrated resilience amid global economic uncertainties, supply chain realignments, and geopolitical challenges. Key sectors such as engineering goods, pharmaceuticals, textiles, chemicals, and agricultural products have continued to perform steadily in major international markets.

FIEO emphasized that sustained policy reforms, digital trade facilitation measures, and infrastructure improvements at ports and logistics hubs have significantly strengthened India’s export competitiveness. The organization also underlined the importance of diversifying export destinations, especially in emerging markets across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.

Commenting on the outlook, FIEO stated that with stable commodity prices, improving freight conditions, and growing global consumption, India’s exports are expected to maintain positive momentum in the coming quarters.

However, the apex export body also urged the government to continue support measures, including easier access to export credit, interest equalization schemes, and timely GST refunds to ensure liquidity for exporters, particularly MSMEs.

FIEO reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with exporters, policymakers, and international trade bodies to further strengthen India’s position in global trade and achieve higher export targets in the current financial year.