Trade News – 30 oct 2025
India-US Trade Deal DevelopmentsThe much-awaited India-US trade deal edges closer as President Donald Trump confirms negotiations are in advanced stages, with tariffs on Indian goods set to significantly decrease from a punitive 50% down to around 15%. This move is expected to bolster Indian textile, auto part, and seafood sectors, which already posted surge in […]
Major trade news from October 26, 2025
New York Times:On Sunday, trade negotiators from China and the United States announced a framework agreement ahead of a leadership summit later this week. These talks in Kuala Lumpur, coinciding with the ASEAN summit and President Trump’s Asia visit, saw “candid and thorough” discussions addressing issues like reciprocal tariffs, rare earth metal controls, and port […]
EU Urges China to Lift Export Curbs on Critical Materials: Impact on Global Manufacturing
When global supply chains face disruption, the stakes are high for manufacturers, exporters, and technology sectors alike. Recently, the European Union urged China to address its export curbs on critical materials—minerals and components essential for industries ranging from electronics to renewable energy. These restrictions have triggered concerns over production delays, rising costs, and supply-chain vulnerabilities […]
How U.S.–China Trade Tensions Over Rare Earths and Tech Exports Are Reshaping Global Supply Chains
When the world’s two largest economies confront each other in their trade relationship, the ripple effects are hard to ignore. Recently, China introduced stricter export controls on rare-earth materials, and the United States responded by proposing new export restrictions on goods manufactured with U.S. software. These moves signal a deepening of trade tensions—especially for businesses […]
WTO Trade Outlook 2025: What the Upgraded Forecast and Weak 2026 Outlook Mean for Your Business
The latest update from the World Trade Organization (WTO) signals a mixed picture for global trade—and that has direct implications for businesses, exporters, and supply-chain planners alike. On the one hand, the WTO has raised its forecast for world merchandise trade growth in 2025. On the other hand, it warns of a sharp slowdown in […]