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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

15 May 2026

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