India’s Electronics Exports Rise 11.62% to $5.09 Billion in May 2026, Despite West Asia Disruptions

 India's electronics exports maintained their upward trajectory in May, registering double-digit growth despite logistical challenges linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.  

The latest trade data indicates that increasing demand from the United States helped offset weaker shipments to some traditional markets. 

US Drives Electronics Export Growth 

As per news reports, electronics exports rose 11.62% year on year to $5.09 billion in May 2026. During the first 2 months of FY 2026-27, cumulative exports climbed 24.4% to $10.27 billion, reflecting a shift in trade flows towards the US. 

Commerce Department data showed that the US accounted for $2.93 billion, or 57.5%, of India's electronics exports in April.  

Smartphone shipments formed a major part of this performance, with exports to the US reaching $2.43 billion. Overall smartphone exports increased 47% year on year to $3.42 billion during the month. 

UAE's Share Continues to Decline 

The United Arab Emirates accounted for $331 million, or 6.41%, of India's electronics exports in April 2026, extending a downward trend in its share of outbound shipments. 

By comparison, during FY 2025-26, the UAE imported electronics worth $5.3 billion, representing 11.03% of India's total electronics exports.  

It was also the second-largest buyer of Indian smartphones with purchases worth $4.15 billion, the leading destination for computer hardware exports valued at $501 million, and the third-largest importer of electronic components at $253 million. 

Consumer Electronics Trade Patterns Shift 

Israel was the largest destination for India's consumer electronics exports in FY 2025-26, accounting for $103.13 million, or 13.33%, of such shipments. However, in April 2026, exports in this category to Israel declined 40% year-on-year. 

At the same time, exports of consumer electronics, including transmission equipment and printed circuit boards, to the US surged 65%, highlighting changing demand patterns across international markets. 

Read More: India's Merchandise Exports Reached a Record High of $45.2 Billion in May 2026! 

Conclusion 

India's electronics exports continued to expand in May, supported by stronger shipments to the US, even as logistical challenges and changing trade dynamics influenced exports to West Asian markets.   

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