july 2017 issue

Importonomics

From Afghanistan With Love

Asafoetida, or hing as it is popularly known, has been a darling of almost every Indian kitchen since ages. What's more? Its recently found use as a product of medicinal value is driving its demand ...
Overseas Talk

A PTA will boost Bilateral Trade

Indo-Moroccan cultural and trade ties, which date back to the 14th century, have been witnessing significant growth over the last few years. The Dollar Business caught up with H.E. Mohamed Maliki, Ambassador of the Kingdom ...
Policy Monitor

Synthetic Jute from China is Hurting our Exports

Though India continues to be the largest producer and processor of natural jute in the world, very little seems to have changed for the industry participants over the last many decades. Manish Kajaria, Chairman, Jute ...
India Trade

India Trade

India-US Bilateral ties Will good optics result in great action?The hype surrounding Prime Minister Modi’s first trip to US was conspicuously absent this time around. Though 20  top US CEOs, including Sundar Pichai of Google, Jeff ...
Rendezvous

Goa certainly needs to market itself better

Think about holidays and chances are high that you would be visualising the serene beaches of Goa, a holiday destination that is in the bucket list of all leisure travellers, foreign and domestic alike. The ...
Monologue

Monologue

The times in which we could completely depend on others are, to a certain extent, over. Angela Merkel German ChancellorOn changing dynamics of EU’s relationship with US                     ...
Spotlight

IN A MOOD FOR RECONSTRUCTION

Located in North Africa, the Kingdom of Morocco is a powerhouse when it comes to trade in fertlisers. What's more? It's the only African nation that has FTAs with 55 countries and is known as ...
TDB Forum

TDB Forum Ask A Question July 2017

In the world of export-import, each shipment counts. And you cannot afford to make any “uninformed investment”. So, if you have any doubt or a question, ask us. Our team of experts at The Dollar ...
Inbox

INBOX July 2017

We value your feedback, whether criticism or appreciation. And Here are a few that hit our mailboxes in June 2017 The magazine is a must-read for those in the export-import business. The articles are easy to ...
The Secret Ingredient

Of the seas, with the TIDE

India is unquestionably known for its exports of frozen shrimps and prawns. However, there is another category of seafood product that is fast gaining recognition the world over – cuttlefish and squid. This category is ...
Borderline

Some Billion Dollar Questions

Goods and Services Tax (GST)-rollout is just around the corner. In fact, by the time you read this column, India would have converted into a unified market by embracing what’s being touted as the most ...
Global Manager

We make things that make India Proud

Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) is one true Indian multinational that serves customers in over 30 countries, across various industries. And still at the helm of its affairs is a man who has masterminded L&T’s ...
Face2Face

We will surpass our Export Target

Coconut Development Board (CDB) is one of the youngest export promotion councils in India. In a freewheeling interaction with The Dollar Business, Dr. Anand Kumar Singh, the Immediate Past Chairman of CDB, who now heads ...
EximPedia

10 Ways to Exploit Online Marketplaces to boost your Export Business

By TDB Intelligence Unit | July 2017 Issue | The Dollar Business Online marketplaces have been an absolute godsend for exporters in India and abroad. The new-age exporter no longer has to travel long hours in a ...
Exclusive Interview

The Quality of Indian Exports can improve

Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), an independent agency recognised by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan, has been promoting bilateral trade and investment between Japan and India since 1966. The Dollar Business ...
Steven Philip Warner | Editor-in-Chief

Mind Over Heart. Always.

Why is it that despite the massive “anti-Pakistan” emotional outburst that swept through India, we actually bought more Made in Pakistan merchandise in 2016 compared to a year back?Steven Philip Warner | July 2017 Issue ...
Cover Story

Export Factoring in India - A Bridge Too Far?

Factoring as a tool of obtaining quick access to short-term export financing and mitigating risks related to payment delays and defaults by overseas buyers is gaining traction the world over. Countries like Brazil, China, Germany ...
Global Trade

Global Trade

VIETNAM-US Bilateral TRADEFrom foes to friendsUS and Vietnam, once adversaries, surprised many by signing trade deals worth billions of dollars. US President Donald Trump announced 13 new transactions, worth $8 billion, with the South-East Asian nation. ...
Date Book

Date Book July 2017

Have a product to showcase? Want to learn what your rivals are up to? Here is a list of trade fairs you shouldn’t miss in July and August 2017.[India] ISSHS July 7-9, Bengaluru www.inoxhousewareshow.comThe Indian Stainless Steel ...
Contents

Contents - Export Factoring A bridge too far?

Factoring as a means to gain access to short-term export financing and mitigating risks related to payment delays and defaults has gained traction worldwide. MSMEs in China, UK, Germany and Brazil, amongst others, have used ...