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Insights on finance, working capital, and the realities of international trade: exports, imports, shipping, logistics, and customs clearance.

India's Export Markets & Recommendations for Exporters: Drip Capital Study

Drip Capital analyzed a few Indian products imported by the US, UAE, and the Netherlands and suggested recommendations for exporters to continue to tap into these geographies.

Romina Mohan Gopalan 15 September 2023 6 min read
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Industry Insights

Agricultural Commodities | Commodity Market, Prices, Trends & more

Agricultural Commodities | Commodity Market, Prices, Trends & more

The current price spikes witnessed across various agro commodities are a combination of diverse factors. As per Drip Capital’s internal analysis, the covid induced unpredictability, along with constantly rising demand and speculations around the supply of primary goods, is the triad responsible for the volatile prices seen across staple agricultural commodities.

Dhvani Zaveri 01 December 2021 6 min read
Coffee Exports from India | How the market has stirred up

Coffee Exports from India | How the market has stirred up

This report has examined the coffee trade across India and the globe, while also analyzing India’s competitors in the coffee market, and understanding the impact of covid-19 on this sector.

Dhvani Zaveri 05 August 2021 5 min read
Tea Exports in India | Time to brew this sector

Tea Exports in India | Time to brew this sector

This report has examined the tea trade across India and the globe from a principal commodity perspective taking a deep dive into India's competitors and impact of COVID-19 on this sector.

Dhvani Zaveri 19 July 2021 4 min read
Global Shipping Crisis | The detrimental impact of the rising tide of freight costs on SMBs

Global Shipping Crisis | The detrimental impact of the rising tide of freight costs on SMBs

The research paper examines the shipping and logistics crisis that has been plaguing the sector since the onset of covid-19. The analytical piece also outlines how the Indian SMEs have been navigating their business amidst the skyrocketing freight costs.

Dhvani Zaveri 11 June 2021 4 min read
COVID-19 Goods & Their Growing Prospects

COVID-19 Goods & Their Growing Prospects

The COVID-19 pandemic has unlocked new opportunities in exports for Indian businesses, creating growth and new markets in multiple product categories. This article looks at 14 growing medical-related HS codes during the January-July period from the Directorate-General of Foreign Trade’s (DGFT) data bank.

Pranjal Dubey 29 November 2020 3 min read
Vietnam vs Indian Exports | What India can learn from Vietnam

Vietnam vs Indian Exports | What India can learn from Vietnam

This article lays out some key insights into the relative performance of Vietnam and India, their dominant export industries, and what this may show for the future.

Pranjal Dubey 19 September 2020 14 min read

Resource Library

Beyond Borders: What Indian Exporters Need to Know in 2026

In the last few days, major policy shifts have altered the economics of exporting from India to Western markets.

04 February 2026 2 min read
2025: A Year of Powering Indian MSME Growth at Scale

2025: A Year of Powering Indian MSME Growth at Scale

From closing the trade finance gap to scaling execution, see how Drip Capital powered Indian MSME growth in 2025 through technology-first, collateral-free lending.

20 January 2026 3 min read
Invoice Financing vs Factoring: Which is Right for Your Business Cash Flow?

Invoice Financing vs Factoring: Which is Right for Your Business Cash Flow?

Compare invoice financing vs factoring to understand how each impacts cash flow control and customer relationships, and choose the right fit for your business

25 July 2025 8 min read
Customs Clearance Documents: Essential Import & Export Checklist

Customs Clearance Documents: Essential Import & Export Checklist

Complete guide to import and export documents. Ensure smooth customs clearance, avoid delays, and stay compliant with global trade documentation rules.

18 July 2025 9 min read
Drafting International Sales Contracts: Key Legal Considerations for Global Trade

Drafting International Sales Contracts: Key Legal Considerations for Global Trade

Complete guide to drafting international sales contracts for Indian businesses. Learn key elements, best practices, and common pitfalls to avoid.

11 July 2025 9 min read
How to Leverage Open Invoices for Immediate Business Capital

How to Leverage Open Invoices for Immediate Business Capital

Discover practical financing methods that help convert unpaid invoices into working capital, easing cash flow issues and supporting daily business operations.

20 June 2025 9 min read
Beyond Traditional Banking: How Structured Financing Unlocks Business Growth

Beyond Traditional Banking: How Structured Financing Unlocks Business Growth

Discover how structured financing helps businesses access capital using assets and future revenue, ideal for those unable to meet traditional loan criteria.

13 June 2025 10 min read
Bank Guarantee vs. Letter of Credit: Which is Best for Commercial Transactions

Bank Guarantee vs. Letter of Credit: Which is Best for Commercial Transactions

Explore the difference between bank guarantees and letters of credit. Learn how each works, when to use them, and which suits your business transaction needs.

30 May 2025 7 min read