Services and computers drive FDI to record $81 bn in FY25

The number of countries investing in India has risen to 112 in FY25, compared with 89 in FY14

- Dhirendra Kumar

India attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) worth $81.04 billion in FY25, marking a 14% jump from the previous year and reaffirming its position as one of the world's leading investment destinations.

Data released by the commerce ministry on Tuesday showed the services sector emerged as the top recipient of FDI equity inflows, accounting for 19% of the total, with investments rising nearly 41% to $9.35 billion in FY25 from $6.64 billion a year earlier.

It was followed by the computer software and hardware sector, which attracted 16% of inflows, and trading, with an 8% share.

The figures point to the continued strength of India's investor-friendly environment and growing appeal across key sectors such as services, manufacturing and technology.