18-February-2026
Economy News
 
Trade deficit widens to $34.68 billion in January as gold imports rise
17-Feb-2026

India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to $34.68 billion in January, government data released on Monday showed, marking the final month impacted by steep U.S. tariffs on Indian exports. Goods imports rose due to gold and silver shipments, an official said. Economists had expected the January trade deficit to be $26 billion, according to a Reuters poll, compared to a deficit of $25.04 billion in the previous month.

News Source:- https://www.financialexpress.com/business/news/trade-deficit-widens-to-34-68-billion-in-january-as-gold-imports-rise/4144822/
 
 
 

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