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Freight rates to spike as Indian exporters rush shipments amid 90-day US tariff pause

April 15, 2025 2 min read
author Anamika Mishra [Sub Editor]
Indian exporters are likely to face a sharp increase in freight costs following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to temporarily pause reciprocal tariffs for 90 days. Announced on April 9, the move lowers tariff rates to 10% for several countries, including India, but notably excludes China.The temporary relief has sparked a rush among exporters to ship goods before the 90-day window closes, leading to a surge in demand for container space and pushing up freight rates. Industry experts warn that freight costs could rise by double digits in the coming weeks.According to Drewry’s World Container Index, the cost of shipping a 40-foot container rose

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