“How Can Your Daily Choices Help India Counter the US Tariff?”

How We Can Counter the US Tariff—Individually

The US Tariff challenge is real and impacting our economy. But each one of us can make a difference with our daily choices. Your rupee can speak louder than any policy or tweet!

Why Your Spending Matters

Last year, just four US multinationals took home ₹1.16 lakh-crore (~USD 14 billion) from India:

• Apple – ₹67,122 cr
• Amazon Marketplace – ₹25,406 cr
• Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages – ₹14,022 cr
• PepsiCo India – ₹9,097 cr

Redirecting even half of our spending for six months could hit them by ≈ ₹58,000 crore (~USD 7 billion). Boardrooms will notice!

Indian Alternatives to US Brands

1️⃣ Soft Drinks & Beverages

Skip: Coca-Cola, Fanta, Thums Up, Pepsi

Switch to: Parle Agro (Frooti, Appy Fizz), Dabur Real, Paper Boat, Rasna, Bovonto

2️⃣ Fast-Food Chains

Skip: McDonald’s, Domino’s, Burger King, Subway, KFC, Pizza Hut

Switch to: Haldiram’s QSR, Bikanervala, Wow! Momo, Faasos/Behrouz, Box8, Goli Vada Pav

3️⃣ Confectionery & Personal Care

Skip: Cadbury/Oreo, Colgate, P&G, Johnson & Johnson, Gillette

Switch to: ITC (Sunfeast, Bingo, Savlon, Fiama), Godrej Consumer, Dabur, Himalaya, Patanjali

4️⃣ Tech & E-Commerce

Skip: Apple, Amazon

Switch to: Made-in-India Nothing Phone, Xiaomi, JioMart, Tata Neu, Croma online

5️⃣ Autos & Apparel

Skip: Ford, General Motors, Nike

Switch to: Tata Motors, Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Royal Enfield; Clothes from Raymond, Manyavar, Khadi India

6️⃣ Retail & Beauty

Skip: Amway, Maybelline

Switch to: Nykaa, Mamaearth, Sugar Cosmetics, Forest Essentials, Biotique

7️⃣ Coffee Chains

Skip: Starbucks

Switch to: Café Coffee Day, Blue Tokai, Third-Wave Coffee, Chai Point, Chaayos

Three Simple Steps to Act

1. Pause purchases from the listed US brands.
2. Pick Indian substitutes—quality matches or even surpasses imports.
3. Share the idea: Encourage friends and family to join. Collective action creates impact.

No Rupee, No Revenue. When sales drop, trade policies adapt. Our 1.4 billion consumers hold immense power. Let’s use it responsibly, peacefully, and consistently. 🙏

Key Takeaway

Every purchase you make is a vote for the kind of economy you want to see. By consciously choosing Indian brands, we strengthen local businesses, protect jobs, and send a clear message globally: India matters!

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SEBI Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers must perform their own due diligence and consult a registered investment advisor before making any investment decisions. The views expressed are general in nature and may not suit individual investment objectives or financial situations.

Written by Indian-Share-Tips.com, which is a SEBI Registered Advisory 

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Watch the video above to understand that our choices can definitely make a difference.