New Delhi, Jan. 22 -- Ahead of the Budget 2026-27, industry body Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has called for targeted fiscal and policy measures to address cost pressures, enhance export competitiveness, and strengthen India's manufacturing and logistics ecosystem.

FIEO President SC Ralhan emphasised that the Budget must urgently address persistent structural issues that weaken exporters, particularly MSMEs, amid heightened global competition.

Correct Inverted Duty Structures

FIEO flagged inverted customs duty structures as a major concern, where duties on raw materials and components are higher than those on finished products. It recommended rationalising import duties on key inputs used by export-oriented industri...