The cumulative exports (merchandise & services) during April-August 2026-27 is estimated at US$ 399.27 Billion, as compared to US$ 345.55 Billion in April-August 2025-26, an estimated growth of 15.55%.
India's total cumulative exports (merchandise and services) for April-August 2026-27 are estimated at US$ 399.27 Billion, registering an estimated growth of 15.55 percent compared to the same period last year. For the month of August 2026 alone, total exports are estimated at US$ 82.68 Billion while total imports are estimated at US$ 92.09 Billion.
Why It Matters
Important for economy and current affairs sections in competitive exams regarding India's foreign trade statistics, export-import data, and trade deficits.
In Simple Words
India's foreign trade data shows that cumulative exports of merchandise and services reached US$ 399.27 Billion during April-August 2026-27, up from US$ 345.55 Billion in April-August 2025-26. Total imports for the same period are estimated at US$ 459.65 Billion.
For August 2026, estimated total exports stood at US$ 82.68 Billion and total imports at US$ 92.09 Billion. Merchandise exports for August 2026 were US$ 43.81 Billion, while estimated services exports reached US$ 38.87 Billion.
Key Points
- Cumulative exports (merchandise & services) for April-August 2026-27: US$ 399.27 Billion
- Total exports for August 2026: US$ 82.68 Billion
- Total imports for August 2026: US$ 92.09 Billion
- Merchandise exports for August 2026: US$ 43.81 Billion
- Services exports for August 2026: US$ 38.87 Billion
- Cumulative imports for April-August 2026-27: US$ 459.65 Billion
- Services trade surplus for April-August 2026-27: US$ 86.71 Billion
- Merchandise trade deficit for April-August 2026-27: US$ 147.09 Billion
Exam Angle
A. US$ 399.27 Billion
Source: Press Information Bureau