New Delhi | February 3, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES
India-US Trade Deal to Boost Jobs:
The landmark India-US trade agreement is set to generate significant employment opportunities and strengthen India’s foreign exchange earnings, according to Ashishkumar Chauhan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Ashishkumar Chauhan described the agreement as the most important trade deal for India, noting that it had been anticipated for a long time and would now be implemented immediately.
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Immediate Implementation Gives India an Edge
Chauhan highlighted that unlike the trade agreement with Europe, which is expected to roll out after six months, the India-US deal will take effect right away. This, he said, places India in a strong position to capitalise on export growth.
“India is the only country that has manpower, high-tech appreciation, and rapid technology adoption. That is why all countries are ready to negotiate with us,” Ashishkumar Chauhan said.
Lower US Tariffs to Revive Key Export Sectors
One of the most significant aspects of the deal is the reduction in reciprocal US tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent.Ashishkumar Chauhan said this move would directly benefit employment-intensive sectors.
“Leather goods, garments, marine products — all employment-generating areas — will see a revival in exports to the US,” he said, adding that India is entering what could be a “golden age” over the next decade.
Investor Sentiment Turns Strongly Positive
According to Chauhan, the trade agreement has also boosted investor confidence, particularly among portfolio investors.
“Everyone is very happy, especially the investors. Because of the deal, the chances of companies increasing their profits are very high,” he said.
He further noted that Indian investors continue to show strong faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s long-term vision for the country, leading to sustained domestic investment in Indian companies every month.
“The recent trade deals are a direct result of that confidence. Indian investors are now capable of self-funding their own growth,” Chauhan added.
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Markets React Positively to Trade Deal
Reflecting market optimism, Chauhan pointed out that NSE’s international exchange operating from GIFT City, which trades for nearly 22 hours, closed at 25,970, marking a 2.5 per cent rise late Monday night.
“When the Indian market opened today, NSE was also up by 2.5 per cent. This is the initial reaction. As companies analyse higher profits, their ratings could improve further,” he said.
Strategic Shift Away from China
Ashishkumar Chauhan also observed a global shift in trade alliances, with the US and European countries reassessing their dependence on China.
“For the last 30–35 years, the US and Europe supported China. Now they see China as competition and are moving away from it,” he said.
India, he added, must focus on partnerships with countries like the US, Japan, Australia, and Europe, which are willing to import Indian goods and services.
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