New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) India's exports rose by 7.29 per cent to USD 37.24 billion in July, while trade deficit stood at USD 27.35 billion in the month, official data released on Thursday showed.

Exports were at USD 34.71 billion in July last year.

Imports also increased by 8.6 per cent year-on-year to USD 64.59 billion during the month, the data showed.

During April-July 2025-26, exports increased by 3.07 per cent to USD 149.2 billion, while imports rose 5.36 per cent to USD 244.01 billion. PTI RR MR SHW

Trade balance shows widening deficit as exports rose slower than imports in July, indicating external sector pressure. Exports rose 7.29% to USD 37.24 billion in July while imports increased 8.6% to USD 64.59 billion, producing a monthly trade deficit of USD 27.35 billion; for April-July 2025-26 exports grew 3.07% to USD 149.2 billion and imports grew 5.36% to USD 244.01 billion, indicating import-led pressure on the external account.