Textile exports : rupee depreciation supported exporters in 2025-2026
Indian textile and apparel exports experienced a 2% year-on-year decline in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, totaling $35.80 billion. Industry experts attribute the volatility to significant rupee depreciation and shifting global demand patterns across major markets like the US, China, and Africa.
Why it matters
The textile sector is a major pillar of the Indian economy; understanding these export trends is critical for assessing national trade health and manufacturing competitiveness.
Textile and apparel, which are among the top merchandise export products, saw 2 % y-o-y decline in shipments in 2025-2026 compared with the previous year. The exports in 2025-2026 was worth $35.80 billion as against $ 36.61 billion in 2024-2025.
The article relies on government data and industry association statistics to report on economic performance without emotive language.
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