NITI Aayog released the eighth edition of
the Trade Watch Quarterly
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NITI Aayog released the
eighth edition of the Trade Watch Quarterly on 23 June 2026 in New Delhi.
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The publication covers
Quarter 4 (Q4) of FY 2025–26 (January–March 2026).
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It provides an assessment
of global and domestic trade trends.
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Trade Watch Quarterly is
a periodic publication of NITI Aayog.
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It tracks merchandise
trade, services trade, and external sector developments.
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The eighth edition
analyses India’s trade performance during Q4 FY 2025–26.
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The report includes a
thematic focus on the pharmaceutical sector.
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India’s total merchandise
and services trade grew by 5.4% year-on-year during January–March 2026.
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Total trade reached
US$1.84 trillion during the period.
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Services exports
increased by 9.0%, outpacing the growth in services imports.
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This helped maintain a
services trade surplus during the quarter.
¨ The report identifies the pharmaceutical sector as a key contributor to India’s global competitiveness and health security.
¨ The pharmaceutical industry continues to be a major component of India’s export basket.
