Global

China–India export patterns: Data highlights on market shifts and global trade pressures

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India’s export performance in October 2025 presents a mixed picture marked by one strong sector overshadowed by widespread weakness across the broader export basket. Electronics exports grew 19% in the month, driven primarily by smartphones, which alone generated $2.4 billion in shipments. Apple iPhones contributed $1.6 billion, accounting for 40% of total electronics exports. Despite … Read more

Is China’s economy slowing down in 2025?

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China’s economy showed evident signs of slowing in August 2025. Major indicators such as industrial output, consumer demand, investment, employment, exports, and the housing market all pointed towards softening momentum. The data suggests that policymakers may have to step up support to maintain the current annual growth targets. Industrial Output Drops Below Expectations China’s factory … Read more

India–China Travel Update 2025: Tourist visas reopens for Chinese citizens

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India has lifted the suspension on travel visas for Chinese travellers. Flight connectivity between both countries has now resumed, allowing smoother travel. After five years of restrictions imposed after the 2020 Galwan clash., India has officially reopened tourist visas for Chinese citizens. The decision marks a notable shift in bilateral policy and carries potential economic … Read more

India Economy Growth: Will it become 3rd-largest by 2028?

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India is expected to grow at about 6.5% year-on-year (YoY) between FY28 and FY30, making it the world’s third-largest economy by 2028 and the third-largest consumer market by 2026, according to UBS. Global growth is expected to slightly decelerate to 3.1% in 2026 from 3.2% in 2025, before rising to 3.3% in 2028. Despite this … Read more

Impact of United States tariffs on the Indian economy

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In August 2025, trade relations between India and the United States became tense. The U.S. government, led by President Donald Trump, put heavy import taxes on Indian goods. It started with a 25% tariff and later raised it to 50%. The main reason given was India’s continued purchase of Russian oil, even after Western countries … Read more