The Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES), a lifeline for India’s MSMEs, offered a 2–3% interest subsidy to counter high borrowing costs of 8–12%, enabling exporters to compete globally against nations like China and Vietnam, where rates are 2–4%. Ended on December 31, 2024, its absence threatens MSMEs, who drive 45.7% of...
The Euro Interbank Offered Rate (Euribor) determines borrowing costs among Eurozone banks, influencing global trade. In May 2025, the ECB cut rates to stimulate growth amid projected 2.3% headline inflation. For Indian exporters, these cuts affect demand, pricing, and financing. Invoice financing offers a solution, enabling exporters to access 80-90%...
Indian exporters are facing a critical compliance deadline as the EU enforces its landmark Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR). Covering key commodities like coffee, cocoa, rubber, and soy, the law demands full traceability and proof of deforestation-free origins. With US$ 1.3 billion in Indian exports at stake, businesses must act now to...
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