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India's trade deficit widens to $28.38bn in April from $20.67bn
Deficit expands as exports fail to keep pace with imports
The read
India's merchandise trade deficit widened to $28.38bn in April from $20.67bn a month earlier, a larger shortfall that signals import growth outpacing exports. The trade gap worsened. That deficit remains a key concern for the current account balance. Verdict: a more negative trade balance pressures the rupee and external finances.
Key numbers
- Actual: -28.38
- Previous: -20.67