Merchandise Trade Balance in India
The merchandise trade balance in India averaged USD -157 billion in the decade to 2022. The 2022 reading was USD -272 billion. For more trade information, visit our dedicated page.
India Trade Chart
India Trade Data
2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Merchandise Trade Balance (USD bn) | -184 | -161 | -100 | -191 | -272 |
Merchandise exports rise at a quicker pace in January
Merchandise exports shot up 12.2% on an annual basis in January (December: +11.5% year-on-year). The outturn marked the fastest increase since June 2022. Meanwhile, merchandise imports climbed 7.4% on an annual basis in January (December: +0.0% yoy). As a result, the merchandise trade balance improved from the previous month, recording a USD 17.5 billion shortfall in January (December 2023: USD 19.8 billion deficit; January 2023: USD 17.8 billion deficit). Lastly, the trend improved, with the 12-month trailing merchandise trade balance recording a USD 248.2 billion deficit in January, compared to the USD 248.4 billion deficit in December.
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