India Trade Openness
Trade as % of GDP NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS
India's trade openness was 48.59% in 2025, ranked 152nd globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
India's trade openness stood at 48.59% in 2025, a rise of +3.94% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 48.59% by 2025. India ranked 152nd globally.
India's trade openness has fluctuated significantly over the past 66 years, with the country's openness to international trade peaking at 55.79 in 2012 and troughing at 7.66 in 1970. The trade openness indicator, measured by the World Bank, has shown an upward trend, but at a slower pace in recent years, with the latest value standing at 48.59 in 2025. This figure ranks India 152 globally, positioning it closely behind Australia, where trade openness stood at 49.56 in 2025. Despite this, India's trade openness remains below the peak it reached in 2012. The country's trade openness has been influenced by various factors, including economic reforms and global economic conditions. A continuation of India's economic growth and implementation of trade agreements, such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), could potentially boost trade openness and propel India higher in the global rankings.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Openness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 51.26% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 49.92% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 48.59% | - | - |
| 2025 | 48.59% | +3.94% | #152 |
| 2024 | 44.65% | −0.34% | #28 |
| 2023 | 44.99% | −5.08% | #27 |
| 2022 | 50.08% | +4.65% | #31 |
| 2021 | 45.42% | +7.66% | #32 |
| 2020 | 37.76% | −2.15% | #24 |
| 2019 | 39.91% | −3.71% | #17 |
| 2018 | 43.62% | +2.87% | #21 |
| 2017 | 40.74% | +0.66% | #18 |
| 2016 | 40.08% | −1.84% | #22 |
| 2015 | 41.92% | −7.00% | #20 |
| 2014 | 48.92% | −4.92% | #29 |
| 2013 | 53.84% | −1.95% | #37 |
| 2012 | 55.79% | +0.17% | #40 |
| 2011 | 55.62% | +6.37% | #36 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's trade openness was 48.59% in 2025. Ranked 152nd globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from the previous year.
India's trade openness peaked at 55.79% in 2012.
The lowest trade openness in India was 7.66% in 1970.
India ranks 152nd globally in trade openness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
India's trade openness is projected to reach 48.59% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade openness of India in 2025 was 48.59%. This ranks 152nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_india_trade-openness,
title = {India Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/india/trade-openness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}