India’s merchandise exports register 6.7% growth in August 2025 – a positive signal amidst global challenges : FIEO President
NEW DELHI : India’s merchandise exports recorded a positive growth of 6.7% in August 2025, reaching USD 35.1 billion, compared to USD 32.89 billion in August 2024. Simultaneously, imports declined by 10.12% to USD 61.59 billion, down from USD 68.53 billion in the corresponding period last year. Consequently, the trade deficit narrowed significantly to USD 26.49 billion, as against USD 35.64 billion in August 2024.
Reacting to the trade data, Mr S C Ralhan, President, FIEO, said that the 6.7% year-on-year growth in exports for August 2025 is a welcome and encouraging sign for India’s export sector, especially in light of ongoing global headwinds and geopolitical uncertainties. The decline in imports by over 10% has also helped in easing the trade deficit, which is now significantly lower compared to the same month last year.
Mr. Ralhan further added that this performance reflects the resilience and competitiveness of Indian exporters across various sectors. The diversification of export markets, focus on high-growth sectors, and the government’s continued support through key policy measures have played an instrumental role in this positive momentum.
During the period April to August 2025-26, India’s cumulative merchandise exports stood at USD 184.13 billion, while imports were recorded at USD 306.52 billion. FIEO Chief emphasized the need for sustained efforts in the coming months to build on this momentum to maintain and accelerate export growth, we must continue focusing on ease of doing business, faster trade facilitation, skilling, and access to global markets.
FIEO President urges the government for enhanced support for MSMEs and timely disbursement of export incentives to ensure our exporters remain globally competitive especially during these times when the major economies across the globe are facing tariff crisis. FIEO remains optimistic that with a strategic push and global market stabilization, India is well-positioned to further strengthen its trade performance in the remaining fiscal period.