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Beyond trade, the move could disrupt currency markets, capital flows, and corporate strategies worldwide. While India faces fresh challenges, the shift may also create unexpected opportunities in an evolving global trade landscape. Read this | Trump’s tariff strike: India hit with 26% duty as trade war escalates The tariffs provide India with greater clarity on sectoral impacts and corporate cash flows. However, Indian businesses must now shift focus from cost competitiveness to innovation, said Sachchidanand Shukla, group chief economist at Larsen & Toubro. "The INR (Indian Rupee) could remain under...

US President Donald Trump recently criticized India’s high tariffs, warning of a potential US retaliation. In a sharp statement, Trump asserted that the existing trade system is unfair to the US, and vowed to introduce reciprocal tariffs to counteract what he perceives as protectionist policies by other nations, including India. While much of the discussion has focused on trade and manufacturing, the impact of these policies on Non-Resident Indian (NRI) investment in Indian real estate is an emerging concern. Trump’s comments have sparked speculation about how his proposed tariffs could...