Foreign Direct Investment News - Latest Updates & Headlines
FDI in India's pharma sector crosses Rs 19,134 crore during 2024-25
New Delhi, April 13: India's pharmaceuticals and medical devices sector has seen a FDI inflow to the tune of Rs 11,888 crore from April to December in the financial year ended on March 31, 2025, apart from which 13 FDI proposals worth Rs 7,246.40 crore for brownfield projects during 2024-25 have been approved, taking the total FDI to Rs 19,134.4 crore, according to figures compiled by the Department of Pharmaceuticals.
Govt clarifies rules on issuing bonus shares to foreign investors in FDI-prohibited sectors
New Delhi, April 8: The government on Tuesday clarified that Indian companies operating in sectors where foreign direct investment (FDI) is not allowed can still issue bonus shares to their existing foreign shareholders.
Bangladesh secures USD 2.1 bn in investments, loans and grants from China
Dhaka, March 28: Bangladesh has secured a commitment of USD 2.1 billion in Chinese investments, loans, and grants from the Chinese government and its companies during Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus's "milestone" visit to China.
S. Korea's overseas direct investment falls for 2nd straight year in 2024
Seoul, March 14: South Korea's overseas direct investment declined for the second consecutive year in 2024 amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, but the pace of decline slowed compared with the previous year, the finance ministry said on Friday.
India top source country for FDI into Dubai with $3 billion investment
New Delhi, March 11: India’s foreign direct investment (FDI) into Dubai surged to $3.018 billion in 2024 -- a five times jump from $589 million in 2023, making the country the top investor in Dubai, a report showed on Tuesday.
India becomes top investor in London's new growth plan
New Delhi, March 9: India has emerged as the leading investor in London's ambitious new "growth plan," which aims to boost the city's economy and generate an additional 27 billion pounds in tax revenue.
Trump tariff could become a catalyst to tackle high import tariffs & low FDI hitting India's exports: HSBC
New Delhi, March 7: India's export growth has been hampered over the past decade due to a combination of high import tariffs and low foreign direct investment (FDI) in mid-tech manufacturing sectors, according to a report by HSBC.
India, Netherlands strengthen ties with $52 billion FDI equity inflows: Report
Mumbai, March 4: India and the Netherlands have deepened their economic partnership, with the Dutch emerging as a significant investor in India, contributing a USD 52 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) equity inflows, according to Rubix Data Sciences report.
PLI booster: FDI equity inflow in manufacturing sector up 69 pc at $165 billion
New Delhi, March 3: The FDI equity inflow in the manufacturing sector has increased by 69 per cent, rising from $98 billion (2004-2014) to $165 billion (2014-2024), driven by the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, the government said on Monday.
Working for inclusive, developed Maharashtra: Governor highlights Fadnavis govt's initiatives
Mumbai, March 3: Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan in his joint address to the both Houses of state Legislature on Monday said the state was a preferred destination for Foreign Direct Investment and contributed over 14 per cent to the country's total GDP, being one of the leading industrial states in the country.
South Korea: Political instability in Bangladesh hampers investment and growth
Dhaka, March 1: South Korea has stated that political instability and uncertainty in Bangladesh are creating challenges for investment and economic growth.
UK Ministers announce 17 new deals to strengthen UK-India economic partnership
New Delhi, February 26: In a major push to bolster economic ties between the UK and India, UK Ministers have announced 17 new export and investment deals during their visit to India this week, a press release added on Wednesday.
We have received more investment than our target: Madhya Pradesh CM on Global Investment Summit
Bhopal, February 26: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended greetings to the people over the "successful conclusion" of the Global Investment Summit, emphasizing that the state received more investments than its target.
More US investment could be considered on incentives: Korean biz lobby chief
Washington, Feb 23: Chey Tae-won, chairman of SK Group who also serves as the head of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), has said the chips-to-battery conglomerate could consider making more investments in the United States should there be incentives to do so under the new Donald Trump administration.
Japan is India's 5th-largest source of foreign investment: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Feb 21: Japan has been a key ally in India's economic growth, with foreign direct investment (FDI) from Japan exceeding $43 billion between 2000 and 2024, making it India's fifth-largest source of foreign investment, Union Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, said on Friday.
Sharjah, Neuchatel explore collaboration in manufacturing, innovation
Sharjah, February 21: The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) and the Consulate General of the UAE in Geneva co-hosted a high-profile business roundtable at The Chedi Al Bait Hotel, Sharjah to strengthen bilateral economic ties and expand investment opportunities in Neuchatel, Switzerland.
100 pc FDI to help Indian insurance sector reach $222 billion by 2026
New Delhi, Feb 19: The Indian insurance sector has witnessed impressive growth over the last two decades and the government's allowance of 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the sector would further accelerate growth, attracting significant foreign capital and boosting innovation, according to a new report.
MoS Jitin Prasada highlights growing investment, strong bilateral ties at India-Qatar Business Summit
New Delhi, February 18: At the India-Qatar Business Summit, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada emphasized India's commitment to attracting foreign investments and strengthening economic ties with Qatar.
Qatar throws open investment opportunities for Indian firms
New Delhi, Feb 18: Qatar's Commerce and Industry Minister Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani on Tuesday invited Indian investors to explore the vast opportunities within the gulf country's economy and infrastructure.
PM Modi highlights country's reforms at India-France CEOs forum, invites businesses to invest in India
Paris, February 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged French enterprises to leverage the vast opportunities available in India and collaborate in areas such as technology, innovation, and sustainable development.
India offers transparent, comprehensive FDI policy framework for investments: Minister
New Delhi, Feb 11: India is offering a transparent, predictable and comprehensive FDI policy framework for investments and the 'Investment Friendliness Index of States' is set to be launched this year, the government said on Tuesday.
UAE, Argentina explore new investment opportunities
Abu Dhabi, February 5: The Ministry of Economy, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has hosted a high-level UAE-Argentina economic seminar in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior government officials and business leaders from both nations to explore new trade and investment opportunities.
Dubai International Chamber attracts 207 companies in 2024
Dubai, February 2: Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, continued to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to the emirate and support the expansion of local companies into new international markets throughout 2024.
USISPF welcomes India's Union Budget 2025-26, applauds landmark reforms and forward-looking initiatives
New Delhi, February 2: The United States-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) on Sunday commended the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and the Government of India for unveiling a robust Union Budget 2025-26.
USIBC welcomes India's Union Budget 2025, says economic reforms essential to strengthen commercial ties
Washington DC, February 2: The President of the United States India Business Council (USIBC), Ambassador Atul Keshap, welcomed India's Union Budget 2025 on Saturday, saying that India's economic reforms are crucial for strengthening commercial ties with the US.
Enough guardrails in Budget proposal to enhance FDI limit in insurance sector: Sitharaman
New Delhi, February 1: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the Union Budget's proposal to increase the FDI limit in the insurance sector from 74 to 100 per cent will attract more funds and safeguards will ensure all premiums collected in India are reinvested locally.
Balanced, transparent trade environment vital to deepening US-India economic ties: USIBC
New Delhi/Washington, Feb 1: A balanced and transparent trade environment is vital to deepening US-India economic ties and in line with President Donald Trump's emphasis on fair and reciprocal trade, India can consider bolder steps to address structural bottlenecks and foster a more predictable policy environment that instills investor confidence and promotes long-term strategic partnerships, the US-India Business Council (USIBC) said on Saturday.
UK India Business Council welcomes Union Budget's focus on regulatory reforms, fiscal consolidation
New Delhi, February 1: The UK India Business Council (UKIBC) on Saturday congratulated Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and the Government of India on the presentation of India's Union Budget 2025-26.
Budget 2025-26: FDI limit for insurance sector raised to 100 per cent
New Delhi, Feb 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced an increase in the FDI limit for the insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent in the Budget for 2025-26 as part of far-reaching reforms in the financial sector.
Budget 2025: FDI limit for insurance sector raised to 100%
New Delhi, February 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Budget speech today, announced raising FDI limits for insurance for insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent, though with certain restrictions.
UKIBC calls for FDI reforms and innovation boost in Union Budget 2025
New Delhi, January 29: As the Union Budget 2025 is around the corner, UK India Business Council (UKIBC) outlined key expectations from the Budget based on industry feedback and emphasized the need for a manufacturing strategy that ensures a level playing field, allowing international companies to fully capitalize on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) liberalization.
Let us resolve to build a new & strong Maharashtra: Guv
Mumbai, Jan 26: Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday assured that the state government is committed to building an inclusive, progressive, progressive and developed Maharashtra by taking all sections of society along with him.
Mumbai, Delhi among top cities in Asia Pacific for FDI in real estate: CBRE report
New Delhi, Jan 24: Mumbai and New Delhi rank among the top 10 most preferred markets for cross-border real estate investment in the Asia Pacific region, a report said on Friday.
Attracting FDI: Chhattisgarh CM meets US, Russian diplomats
Mumbai, Jan 23: Looking to attract FDI, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met US Consul General Mike Hankey and Consul General of Russia Ivan Y. Fetisov on investment possibilities in sectors related to health, education, IT and tourism, an official said on Thursday.
Gujarat's FDI growth soars to 86 pc of FDI equity inflows since 2000
Gandhinagar, January 23: Gujarat has solidified its position as India's premier investment hub, achieving a milestone with 86 per cent of its total Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) equity inflows over the past 24 years within the last decade (April 2014 to September 2024), according to the latest report from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
India's global image, economically and politically, on the rise: Rajan Bharti Mittal at Davos
Davos, January 21: Rajan Bharti Mittal, vice chairman of Bharti Enterprises, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos said, India's global image, both economically and politically, is on the rise, and the country cannot be ignored.
India and Belgium to strengthen economic ties with focus on trade, investment, and emerging sectors
New Delhi, January 21: The Commerce and Industry Minister of India, Piyush Goyal, met with the Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, and Foreign Trade, Bernard Quintin, in Brussels on Tuesday to discuss strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties.
India, Belgium to deepen trade and investment ties: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Jan 21: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and Bernard Quintin, Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Foreign Trade, held bilateral talks in Brussels to boost trade and investment ties across the spectrum, it was announced on Tuesday.
Foreign investments by Indian firms register double digit growth at $37.7 billion in 2024
New Delhi, Jan 19: Overseas FDI investments by Indian companies shot up by a robust 17 per cent to $37.7 billion in the calendar year 2024 from $32.29 billion in the previous year, reflecting the increasing strength of the country's corporate sector in taking up foreign ventures.
$36 bn FDI has flowed into auto sector in last four years, more on the way, says PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the Indian automobile sector had attracted more than $36 billion in FDI over the last four years and this figure would go up several times in the coming years. He exhorted vehicle manufacturers to follow the mantra of 'Make in India and Make for the World'.