96. GEO.....THE PRICING WALL FOR U.S GOODS. EU- INDIA FTA.
The specific impacts on U.S. companies operating in India following the landmark 2026 deal. The U.S. Business Squeeze in India The 2026 India-EU Free Trade Agreement—dubbed the "Mother of All Deals"—has fundamentally shifted the playing field. While Brussels and New Delhi celebrate, American boardrooms are facing a new, tougher reality. 1. The "Price Tag" Penalty U.S. companies are now staring at a massive tariff gap. While European goods will see duties vanish, American products remain stuck behind India’s high tariff walls. Luxury Autos: German brands (BMW, Mercedes) will see tariffs drop from 110% to 10%. American brands like Tesla or Ford (importing from the U.S.) still face the full 110%, making them nearly twice as expensive as their European rivals. Premium Goods: From whiskey to walnuts, European exports are getting a 20-80% price cut. U.S. farmers and distillers are effectively being priced out of India’s booming middle-class market. 2. The Supply Chain ...