India’s exports to the U.S. in May 2025 have officially surpassed the previous record of $11.2 billion, setting a new all-time high. The new record export value of India’s exports to the U.S. in May 2025 is $11.5 billion.
The chart above clearly illustrates a sharp rise in March, a brief dip in April, and a new peak in May, surpassing the previous record. The strong momentum reflects sustained demand for Indian goods in the U.S., the tail-end effects of the 90-day tariff pause, as well as the progress in India–U.S. trade negotiations, which are encouraging exporters to capitalize on favorable conditions.
Despite the tariff concerns, India’s exports have remained resilient, especially in sectors like pharmaceuticals, textiles, and chemicals, which are less affected by the new duties. India has also proposed to eliminate tariffs on key U.S. imports like steel, auto components, and pharmaceuticals, which may further boost bilateral trade.
India’s total trade surplus with the U.S. from January to May 2025 is approximately $30.56 billion.
This figure reflects the difference between exports and imports over the five-month period, with consistently higher exports driving the surplus.
This visualization highlights a peak surplus in March and May, both exceeding $7 billion.A steady surplus throughout the period, reflecting strong export performance.
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