US tariffs: ICRA revises India’s apparel export outlook to Negative; operating margins to shrink 200–300 bps

ICRA has revised the outlook for the Indian apparel export sector to Negative due to increased US tariff rates, anticipating a 6-9% drop in export revenues in FY2026. This tariff hike, effective from August 27, is expected to significantly impact the competitiveness of Indian exporters, potentially contracting industry operating margins by 200-300 basis points.

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