A Reality Check for Tariff Refunds
The promise of tariff refunds in 45 days might be more a ‘dare to dream’ than precise delivery date.
TARIFF TRACKING
/ The US wants a stake in the India market and is will to compromise to get it – up to a point.
The sudden drop in tariffs on US imports from India has been a sign of hope for Indian manufacturers – and for brands.
At 18%, tariffs on Indian imports are now competitive with other Asian nations.
While this will give brands greater incentive to source from India, the biggest beneficiary is likely to be Indian manufacturers, who in many cases have been absorbing the tariff costs to hold onto customers.
The initial wording of the agreement is more ‘fluid’ than what we’ve seen with other trade deals. With both the EU and US vying for a stake in the India market, there could be more leniency.
However there are still critical areas that could derail this important deal.
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