The cumulative exports (merchandise & services) during April-August 2026-27 is estimated at US$ 399.27 Billion, as compared to US$ 345.55 Billion in April-August 2025-26, an estimated growth of 15.55%
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India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Key Facts
TypeAnalysis
SourceIndia Brand Equity Foundation
PublishedWednesday, 16 September 2026
Affected Population63 million MSMEs, export-import community
Key Numbers
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
FDI inflow: $71 billion (2024-25)
PLI scheme: Rs 1.97 lakh crore across 14 sectors
Key Authorities
Ministry of Commerce & IndustryDPIITDGFT
Key Stakeholders
ExportersImportersMSMEs
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight
Amendment History
9 changes recorded for this policy.
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 17 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 17 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 17 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionThursday, 17 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionFriday, 18 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionFriday, 18 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
DescriptionFriday, 18 September 2026via epod_harvard
India's cumulative exports for April-August 2026-27 rose 15.55% to US$ 399.27 billion, led by strong growth in electronic goods and engineering goods. August 2026 alone saw total exports grow 25.41%, narrowing the trade balance deficit year-on-year.
Conducting innovative research on economic growth and development policies to foster inclusive prosperity.
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