New Delhi, Jun 16 (PTI) India's exports declined 2.17 per cent to USD 38.73 billion in May, while trade deficit stood at USD 21.88 billion in the month, the latest government data showed on Monday.

Imports declined 1.7 per cent year-on-year to USD 60.61 billion in May.

During April-May 2025-26, exports increased to USD 77.19 billion, while imports rose to USD 125.52 billion, according to the data. PTI RR TRB TRB

Trade deficit persists as exports decline and imports ease, altering external trade balances according to customs data. Customs and trade data show year on year export contraction and a simultaneous decline in imports for the month, producing a sustained trade deficit; cumulative April-May aggregates also record higher total imports than exports, maintaining a negative balance of trade.