Dossier
FDI
Coverage of FDI in the Nexus archive.
- India approves just 1 Chinese FDI proposal worth ₹1 crore in FY26; 13 from Hong Kong
India approved only one Chinese FDI proposal worth ₹1 crore in FY26, compared to 13 proposals from Hong Kong. The government approved 63 FDI proposals totaling ₹10,292.67 crore ($1.18 billion) during April 2025-March 2026.
- Global foreign investment ticks up but outlook is cloudy
Global foreign investment increased last year, but the UN warns this year's outlook is uncertain due to trade policy and geopolitical tensions. The US remains the top FDI destination, though inflows declined from 2024. Concerns about Trump administration trade decisions and foreign policy shifts could deter investors.