FDI equity inflows to India FY 2024, by leading investing country

In financial year 2024, Singapore accounted for the highest FDI equity inflow to India, which was valued at over 11 billion U.S. dollars, followed by the Mauritius with over seven billion dollars. Singapore accounted for roughly 24 percent of total FDI inflows in fiscal year 2024. 

Most sought after FDI sectors

According to the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, higher equity inflows could be attributed to the government’s efforts in improving ease of doing business along with relaxed FDI norms. In fiscal year 2023, the computer and hardware sector received the highest FDI equity inflow, followed by the services sector.

How does FDI contribute to economic development?

FDI inflows play a significant role in contributing towards the development of the Indian economy. It often results in opening of factories in the destination country. Higher FDI inflows are directly correlated with higher employment in the country. This improves productivity including the quality of processes and supply chains towards achieving global quality standards.