Cotton Textile Stocks Surge 6% as Import Duty Exemption Announced
Textile Stocks Surge on Government's Decision to Exempt Customs Duties on Cotton Imports
The Indian textile sector received a boost on Monday as the government exempted all customs duties on cotton imports for five months till October 30, 2026. This decision led to a significant increase in the share prices of several textile companies, with Vardhman Textiles being the top gainer, jumping over 6% in early trade.
Other textile stocks that saw a surge in their share prices include Pearl Global Industries, Raymond Lifestyle, and Trident, which rallied over 5%. Gokaldas Exports, KPR Mill, and Welspun Living shares gained over 4% each, while Alok Industries saw its share price surge over 3%. The exemption of customs duties on cotton imports is expected to increase the availability of cotton for the Indian textile sector, thereby reducing input costs for textile and apparel companies.
The finance ministry issued a notification on Saturday stating that the import duty exemption will be effective from June 1, 2026. According to the ministry, the temporary duty exemption is anticipated to have a positive impact on the performance of the domestic textile industry, particularly the small and medium enterprises. This move is expected to ensure better availability of cotton in the market, benefiting the textile sector as a whole.
| Company | Share Price Increase |
|---|---|
| Vardhman Textiles | 6% |
| Pearl Global Industries | 5% |
| Raymond Lifestyle | 5% |
| Trident | 5% |
| Gokaldas Exports | 4% |
| KPR Mill | 4% |
| Welspun Living | 4% |
| Alok Industries | 3% |
Investor Takeaway
Investors should expect a positive impact on the domestic textile industry due to the import duty exemption.
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