India’s resilient domestic economy and smaller-than-expected export declines are giving New Delhi leverage in its ongoing trade negotiations with Washington, despite steep US tariffs of up to 50% on Indian imports, according to a report.

Exports to the US fell 8.6% year-on-year to $6.3 billion in October, easing from a sharper 12% drop in September — both months reflecting the impact of the 50% tariff. The relatively modest decline has helped Indian negotiators maintain a steady hand. Advertisement

“For now, we’ve avoided the worst impact of the 50% US tariffs,” a senior government official told . While textile exports have seen a dip in orders, the broader economic fallout remains limited, the official said, allowing room for a more calibrated approach to the talks.

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