FDI
FDI inflows set to top $90 billion in FY26, says DPIIT Secretary Bhatia
FDI inflows are set to exceed $90 billion in FY26, with April–February figures already at $88 billion, driven by reforms, free trade agreement progress and strong growth.
2 min read30 Apr 2026Liberalization move: RBI’s overhaul of its rules for borrowing from abroad opens up greater access to global capital
RBI’s ECB reset marks a decisive shift, especially its decision to lift rate-band controls and go by market-set loan pricing. This signals confidence in India’s macro fundamentals. As firms gain easier access to global capital, they must formulate borrowing strategies with risks properly assessed.
3 min read6 Apr 2026India, France amend double tax avoidance treaty: what changes does it bring?
India and France have signed a protocol to amend the Double Taxation Avoidance Convention (DTAC), in an effort to boost tax certainty in the economy. The amendment replaces the earlier single tax rate of 10% with split tax rates. Here's what you need to know.
2 min read23 Feb 2026Mint Quick Edit | Net FDI weakness: Can a grand US bargain tilt the scales in India’s favour?
India’s net FDI looks set to record another dismal year. Big Tech’s AI data centre plans aren’t enough. Our economy needs a broad revival of capital inflows. Push for full-scope economic relations with the US.
1 min read23 Feb 2026India–US trade deal explained: Tariffs, oil, GDP growth — What changes now? BofA answers key FAQs
The India-US trade deal reduces tariffs, benefiting sectors like textiles and jewellery. BofA Global Research notes improved export competitiveness and growth outlook for India. Tariffs, oil, GDP growth - Key FAQs answered.
4 min read11 Feb 2026Union Budget 2026: Clear tax signals, fewer grey zones
Budget 2026 avoids headline tax cuts, choosing clarity, certainty and structural reform—reshaping buy-back taxation, MAT, GIFT City incentives and compliance to align tax outcomes with long-term growth.
5 min read2 Feb 2026Economic Survey calls for multi-pronged push to sustain FDI amid global volatility
The Economic Survey flagged the need for targeted outreach, reliable incentives and institutional fixes to lift foreign investment
2 min read29 Jan 2026FDI inflows into UP surge as electronics projects gain ground, says additional chief secretary Deepak Kumar
Uttar Pradesh is rapidly transforming into a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), with inflows reaching ₹5,963 crore in just the first half of FY26. This growth is attributed to strategic policy incentives targeting high-growth sectors like electronics and semiconductors.
4 min read15 Jan 2026Mint Quick Edit | Can fully foreign-owned insurers help India achieve universal coverage by 2047?
Opening the insurance sector fully to foreign ownership may bring in more investment—but it won’t be a silver bullet. For this sector to supply the sort of long-term funds that India’s economy needs, strong brands must do the hard work of widening coverage.
1 min read18 Dec 2025Mint Quick Edit | Big Tech’s mega pledges should help ease Indian anxiety over capital outflows
Amid a pall of gloom cast by stock market outflows and a sliding rupee, India's FDI outlook has brightened as Amazon and Microsoft commit billions to our economy. Last year’s crash in net FDI will hopefully end up as no more than a blip.
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