16 out of 30 export sectors slip into negative zone

Exports

Exports of over half of the 30 sectors closely monitored by the commerce ministry were in the negative zone in September, according to official data

Agri-products

8 out of 13 main agriculture products slipped into negative territory

31.6% – drop in exports of rice

29.3% – in cashew

15% – fall in tea exports

Pharmaceuticals, plastic, chemicals, and electronics recorded positive growth in September