Indian manufacturers foresee growth in US revenues for leather goods, non-leather footwear, and textiles, driven by lower tariff rates compared to China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. However, Indian carpet makers express concerns over the competitiveness of their products due to higher tariffs compared to Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Nepal, threatening their business margins.
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