Sectors like gems and jewelry, engineering goods, electronics, and agriculture are leading this growth.
In 2025-26, India's exports to the UAE went up nearly 2% to $37.36 billion; imports rose slightly too.
However, India still faces a trade deficit of about $26.5 billion with the UAE.
On top of that, investment from the UAE into India dropped: during April-December 2025-26, foreign direct investment (FDI) was $2.45 billion, down from $4.34 billion in 2024-25, hinting at changing investment vibes between both nations.