News / 'Bullish' Indian express operators hike 2025 prices as demand grows

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Express parcel service providers are looking to capitalise on strong ecommerce demand out of India, propelled by accelerated economic development and rising middle-class spending on discretionary products.

Major international and domestic parcel integrators have announced significant general rate increases for 2025.

DHL Express will implement a 6.9% rate hike from 1 January for Indian customers. The market leader said the upward price adjustment was necessary to recoup the higher operating costs due to inflationary pressures, currency fluctuations and security factors.

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