India, an emerging giant
David Cousquer
January 22, 2025
🌏 India: an up-and-coming investment destination 🚀
Using data from the global"Industries & Strategies" database of Trendeos global "Industries & Strategies" database, this infographic highlights India's remarkable trajectory in terms of investment and job creation since 2016.
Key points
India accounts for 10% of global investments tracked in our database over the past 9 years, with a sharp increase in 2024, when investments almost doubled (+96%).
Manufacturing led the way, accounting for 54% of investments, mainly in base metals, electronics and chemicals.
Odisha dominates steel production, while Gujarat is the leader in oil refining.
Energy (32%) is the second most important sector for investment, with a strong focus on renewable energies:
Solar energy is flourishing in Rajasthan.
Hydroelectric projects stretch across several states.
Fossil energy remains significant (24%), while power-to-gas projects (19%) support hydrogen and ammonia production.
Investment in nuclear power is concentrated in the southern states.
Other key sectors
Logistics (6%): Port terminal projects in western India.
Mining (4%): Extraction of natural gas and crude oil in Andhra Pradesh.
R&D: Targeted investments in the automotive, industrial machinery and electronics sectors.
Foreign direct investment (FDI)
Foreign investors have contributed 20% of total investment since 2016, with 54% coming from East and Southeast Asian companies. The United States leads Western FDI (14%), followed by Russia (9%) and the European Union (9%).
India's steady rise in investment, particularly in manufacturing and renewable energies, highlights its ever-changing economic landscape.