India attracted **$19.81 billion** in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) during the April-June 2026 quarter (Q1 FY27), a **6% increase** year-on-year. Japan emerged as the top investor, while inflows from the US saw a significant decline.
$19.81 billion
Q1 FY27 FDI Inflows
Q1 FY26: $18.62 billion→$19.81 billion
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How today’s news fits into the bigger picture
1991
Economic Liberalization Reforms
India initiated major economic reforms, opening up its economy to foreign investment and laying the groundwork for increased .
April-June 2025
FDI at $18.62 Billion
India's for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26 stood at $18.62 billion, forming the base for comparison.
April 2026
FDI Inflows Nearly Double
in April 2026 surged to $12.1 billion, almost doubling from $6.6 billion in April 2025, providing a strong start to the quarter.
Fiscal Year 2026
Record FDI of $94.53 Billion
India achieved a record $94.53 billion in FDI for the full fiscal year 2025-26, highlighting sustained investor confidence.
Today
DPIIT data shows India's FDI inflows rose 6% to $19.81 billion in Q1 FY27.
What happens next?
Government will continue to refine investment promotion strategies to maintain momentum and diversify FDI sources.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into India saw a robust **6% increase**, reaching **$19.81 billion** in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026-27 (April-June). This growth, reported by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), highlights India's continued attractiveness despite global uncertainties. Japan became the largest investor during this period, contributing **$5.71 billion**, surpassing traditional leaders like Singapore. Notably, FDI from the US plummeted by over **76%** to $1.34 billion, shifting the investment landscape. The services sector, computer software and hardware, and trading were key beneficiaries of these inflows.
💭 If you're wondering…
FDI equity inflows refer specifically to the capital invested in Indian companies through equity instruments. Total FDI includes equity inflows, along with reinvested earnings and other capital flows.
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