Economy

India’s FTA Push Could Add US$ 170 Billion To GDP By 2035

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

India’s expanding free trade agreement network could lift its gross domestic product by as much as US$ 170 billion by 2035, helping exporters diversify markets and cushioning the impact of higher US tariffs, according to Bloomberg Economics. The report estimates that agreements already in force

Industry

CITI Warns Of Fresh US Tariff Risk To Indian Textile, Apparel Exports

Textile Insights September 23, 2026

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has raised concerns over the potential impact of additional US tariffs on Indian textile and apparel exports following the signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by US President. The industry body said any additional tariff burden could further squeeze Indian exporters, […]

Trade & Market

Indian Textile Exporters Face Competitive Pressure In US Despite Lower Section 301 Tariff: Emkay Research

Textile Insights August 11, 2026

Indian textile and apparel exporters may face increased competitive pressure in the US market despite India being placed in a relatively favourable tariff bracket under the latest Section 301 measures, according to a report by Emkay Research. The report noted that India has been subjected to a 10 per cent Section 301 tariff, lower than […]

Industry

India Gains Edge As US Tariffs Hit Textile Rivals

Textile Insights July 10, 2025

India’s textile and apparel industry is closely monitoring recent US tariff developments, anticipating potential opportunities as trade dynamics shift globally. Between January and May 2025, the US imported $5.11 billion worth of textiles and apparel from India 13% increase over the same period last year, signaling strong export momentum. “We are actively tracking the