Tariff Tensions 2025: How Oracle & NetSuite Can Help Businesses Navigate Challenges

Part of our ongoing “Tariff Tensions” series – spotlighting trade disputes across the globe and the ERP strategies that keep businesses ahead of change.

Introduction

Global trade is never static—and in 2025, the US–India trade landscape has been affected by new tariffs, policy differences, and negotiation breakdowns.

While these changes impact pricing and compliance, businesses using Oracle & NetSuite stay agile, compliant, and resilient. These ERP solutions are built to handle multi-country operations, making them the ideal choice for India–US cross-border businesses.

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Why Oracle & NetSuite Are Critical in Today’s Trade Environment

1. Unified Global Compliance

• Oracle Cloud ERP and NetSuite support multi-currency, multi-tax frameworks.
• Handle GST (India), US GAAP, and import/export duty calculations automatically.
• Built-in compliance updates adapt to changes in tariff rates.

Example: A company exporting grocery products from India can generate GST-compliant invoices and US GAAP reports from the same system—no manual adjustments.

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2. Real-Time Financial Management

• Consolidate India + US subsidiary accounts in one platform.
• Automatic currency conversion (USD–INR) based on live rates.
• AI-powered forecasting to model the effect of tariffs on revenue and margins.

 Example: A manufacturer can see profit impact instantly when the US imposes a 25% tariff on select Indian goods.

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3. Smart Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization

• Real-time inventory tracking across global warehouses.
• Oracle Planning Cloud + NetSuite suggest alternate suppliers if tariffs increase costs.
• Integration with logistics ensures timely shipment adjustments.

 Example: If tariffs make machinery imports expensive, the system recommends alternative suppliers in tariff-free regions.

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4. Business Resilience & Scalability

• Cloud ERP for seamless collaboration between India and US teams.
• Rapid customization to adjust tax rules, pricing, and workflows.
• Scalable to add new subsidiaries or products without disruption.

 Example: A textile exporter can instantly update product pricing when tariff rates change.

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US–India Tariff Situation: The Business Context

Oracle & NetSuite become more valuable in 2025 because of trade challenges:

• US Tariff: 25% import duty on Indian goods like textiles, pharmaceuticals, auto parts, industrial goods, and grocery products.
• Trade Imbalance: India exports more to the US than it imports (e.g., $85B vs $35B in 2024).
• Policy Differences: Disputes over oil imports from Russia and agricultural market access.
• Failed Deal (Aug 2025): Trade negotiations collapsed, leading to higher tariffs.
• India’s Response: Considering reciprocal tariffs, diversifying exports, and boosting local manufacturing.

 These challenges demand accurate compliance, real-time visibility, and fast decision-making—exactly what Oracle & NetSuite deliver.

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Our Company’s Oracle & NetSuite Expertise

We specialize in:

• Oracle Cloud ERP implementations for complex multinational businesses.
• NetSuite ERP deployments for fast, flexible mid-sized companies.
• Integration of Oracle & NetSuite for full compliance, finance, and supply chain visibility.
• End-to-end services: Implementation, migration, training, optimization.

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Conclusion

Tariffs create uncertainty—but with Oracle & NetSuite, businesses can navigate confidently.

From automated compliance to real-time financial insights and supply chain adaptability, our solutions empower companies to remain competitive in changing markets.

 Contact us to explore how Oracle & NetSuite can make your India–US operations tariff-ready and growth-focused.

by Payal Goswami & UttamKumar Pal , Gray Acumen