Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Tamil Nadu Sees Opportunities in Shifting Global Trade and Tariffs
Tamil Nadu is doing well in exporting goods and attracting businesses.
This is because of changes in global trade and tariffs.
Companies in Tamil Nadu, especially small and medium-sized businesses, are finding new markets.
Big companies are also investing more there.
Exports from Tamil Nadu grew a lot, especially in engineering, electronics, and clothing.
The government is helping businesses become more export-ready.
Companies are also trying to rely less on global supply chains, which is good for local businesses and costs.
Tamil Nadu's exports reached $52 billion in FY24-25, up 19.5% from the previous year.
MSMEs in Tamil Nadu are expanding into new markets due to global trade shifts.
Major manufacturers like Ashok Leyland and TVS Motor are increasing exports.
TN is the third biggest exporting state in India.
Companies are increasing local sourcing due to tariff impacts, boosting MSMEs.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu's MSMEs, major manufacturers like Ashok Leyland and TVS Motor, and MNC investors such as Delta Electronics.
- What
- Tamil Nadu is experiencing growth in exports and attracting investments due to global trade realignments and tariffs.
- When
- FY24-25
- Where
- Tamil Nadu
- Why
- Shifting tariffs and global trade realignments are creating opportunities for MSMEs and MNC investors.
- TN Exports FY24-25
- $52 billion
- TN Export Growth FY23-24 to FY24-25
- 19.5%
- TN Engineering Goods Exports
- $18 billion
- TN Electronics Exports
- $14.6 billion
- TN Ready-Made Garments Exports
- $5.4 billion
- TN Exporting MSMEs FY24-25
- 173,350
- Ashok Leyland Export Growth Q4
- 52%
- TVS Motor Export Growth FY25
- 22%