Indian exporters warn they may miss the crucial US summer shopping season if a trade deal is not sealed in January. Ongoing tariff pressures and delayed negotiations between India and the US are already hurting orders and revenues.

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•  Indian exporters fear loss of US summer 2026 orders
•  January seen as decisive month for finalising trade deal
•  50% US tariffs in place since August 2025
•  Winter and Christmas 2025 orders already hit
•  Sectors affected: textiles, apparel, gems, leather, handicrafts
•  Tariffs imposed under Donald Trump administration
•  Multiple talks held with Narendra Modi since August
• Rupee under pressure amid trade uncertainty
•  India provided $5 billion support to protect exporters
•  Exporters offering discounts to retain US buyers