India's exports up 29.9% in October; trade deficit narrows to $20.09 billion

The country’s imports rose to $110.07 billion in October, from 94.42 billion in the same month last year. File photo | Photo Credit: Nirmal Harindran India's exports increased 29.9% to $89.99 billion in October while the trade deficit narrowed to $20.09 billion, government data released on Friday (November 13, 2026)showed. The country's exports — including merchandise and services — stood at $69.27 billion in the same month last year. India's trade deficit in October 2025 stood at $25.15 billion.

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