FDI inflows to India increased by 44 per cent to USD 39 billion in 2025: UN

Business To Business, New Delhi, 07^th July, 2026:    Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into India rose by 44 per cent to USD 39 billion in 2025, underscoring the country's growing appeal as a global investment destination, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
The findings were published in the 2026 World Investment Report, released by UNCTAD on Tuesday, which noted that India continued to strengthen its position as one of the world's key destinations for foreign investment despite an uncertain global economic environment.
The report said global FDI flows demonstrated resilience in 2025, increasing by 6 per cent to USD 1.6 trillion. However, it cautioned that the recovery remains fragile amid persistent geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties and evolving trade dynamics.
According to the report, FDI inflows into developed economies grew by 11 per cent during the year, while developing economies recorded a more modest increase of 2 per cent.
India's strong 44 per cent rise in FDI inflows significantly outpaced the global average, reflecting sustained investor confidence in the country's economic fundamentals, expanding market opportunities and ongoing policy reforms aimed at improving the investment climate.
The report highlighted that India's ability to attract higher levels of foreign investment reinforces its status as a major destination for multinational companies seeking growth opportunities across manufacturing, services, digital technologies and infrastructure.
The latest figures underscore India's increasing role in the global investment landscape, even as international capital flows continue to navigate a complex and evolving economic environment.