India’s FDI Inflows Jump 18% in Apr–Sep

Current Context: In December 2025, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), Government of India released the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Trends Report – April to September 2025.

• The report showed that FDI inflows rose 18% year-on-year to USD 35.18 billion during this period.
• Inflows from the United States (US) doubled, reflecting strong investor confidence.
• Other major contributors included Singapore, Mauritius, Netherlands, and Japan.
• Key sectors attracting FDI were services, computer software & hardware, trading, and automobiles.
• The findings highlight India’s growing appeal as a global investment hub.
• It also supports the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).

Question:

Q1. During April–September 2025, India’s FDI inflows increased by what percentage year-on-year?
a) 12%
b) 15%
c) 18%
d) 20%

Answer: c) The report highlights that FDI inflows rose 18% year-on-year during the specified period.