Market Overview – India at a Glance
India is one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing markets in the world. As the most populous country with over 1.4 billion people and a young, consumption-oriented population, it offers European companies enormous opportunities for expansion, partnerships, and investments. Switzerland Green Energy GmbH keeps you up to date with current data and analyses.
Current Status (as of January 2026)
- Economic Growth: India has overtaken Japan and is now the world’s fourth-largest economy with a nominal GDP of approximately 4.18 trillion USD. Forecasts predict growth of 6.5–7.3 % for the fiscal year 2025/26.
- GDP Growth 2025: Record additions across various sectors, driven by strong private consumption and investments.
- Population and Consumption: Over 1.4 billion people, a growing middle class, and rising purchasing power – ideal for exports and local production.
Growth in 2025 2025 was a strong year: High FDI inflows (over 80 billion USD in 2024/25), record investments, and a boom in manufacturing, services, and digitalization. India benefits from “Make in India”, PLI programs, and new free trade agreements.
Goals and Projections to 2030
- India aims to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030 (projected GDP: approx. 7.3 trillion USD).
- Focus on diversification: Strengthening manufacturing, digital economy, and exports (target: 2 trillion USD in exports by 2030).
- Attractive sectors: IT/services, pharmaceuticals, automotive, electronics, consumer goods, and infrastructure.
Regional Focus Areas
- Economic Centers: Maharashtra (Mumbai), Gujarat, Karnataka (Bangalore), Tamil Nadu (Chennai), and Delhi-NCR – where industry, tech hubs, and logistics are concentrated.
- Emerging Hotspots: Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh due to infrastructure expansion and incentives.
Opportunities for European Companies
- High demand for quality products, technologies, and know-how.
- Liberalized FDI rules (up to 100 % automatic approval in many sectors).
- New FTAs (e.g., with EFTA, UK, Australia) reduce tariffs and facilitate market access.
- Growth forecast 2026: Similarly strong, with emphasis on digitalization, manufacturing, and consumption.
India is a market with enormous potential – dynamic, diverse, and open to international partnerships.
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