UNCTAD World Investment Report 2026

India's FDI Position

India became the world's 11th-largest FDI recipient.

• FDI inflows: USD 38.89 billion in 2025
• Increase: approximately 44%.
• India moved up two positions compared with 2024.

Top FDI Destinations

1. USA — USD 277 billion
2. Singapore — USD 151 billion
3. Hong Kong — USD 116 billion

India as FDI Source

India ranked 18th among major home economies.

• Outward FDI: USD 35.66 billion
• Increase: 47%.

Global FDI

• Global FDI increased 6%
• Total: USD 1.6 trillion in 2025.

Emerging Investment Sectors

Semiconductors + digital infrastructure + AI + advanced manufacturing + energy transition

These accounted for 44% of global greenfield investment project value in 2025.

Mains Angle

India needs to attract FDI into manufacturing, technology and high-value sectors, while improving ease of doing business, infrastructure and skill availability.