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




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