{"id":41213,"date":"2025-11-02T17:14:32","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T11:44:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=41213"},"modified":"2025-11-02T17:14:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T11:44:34","slug":"india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/","title":{"rendered":"India FDI Inflow Report FY25: U.S. and Singapore Contribute One-Third, RBI FLA Census Highlights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#India_FDI_Inflow_Report_FY25_reveals_that_the_US_and_Singapore_together_contributed_one-third_of_total_foreign_investments_The_RBI_FLA_Census_2024%E2%80%9325_highlights_strong_FDI_in_manufacturing_and_rising_outward_investments_by_Indian_companies\" >India FDI Inflow Report FY25 reveals that the U.S. and Singapore together contributed one-third of total foreign investments. The RBI FLA Census 2024\u201325 highlights strong FDI in manufacturing and rising outward investments by Indian companies.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#US_and_Singapore_Together_Provide_One-Third_of_Indias_FDI_in_FY25_Key_Insights\" >U.S. and Singapore Together Provide One-Third of India\u2019s FDI in FY25: Key Insights<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Major_Investment_Sources\" >Major Investment Sources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Sector-Wise_Distribution_of_FDI\" >Sector-Wise Distribution of FDI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Outward_Direct_Investment_ODI_Trends\" >Outward Direct Investment (ODI) Trends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Profile_of_Investment_Entities\" >Profile of Investment Entities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Relevance_for_Economy_Policy\" >Relevance for Economy &amp; Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Implications_for_Various_Sectors\" >Implications for Various Sectors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CUS_and_Singapore_Contributed_One-Third_of_Indias_FDI_in_FY25%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cU.S. and Singapore Contributed One-Third of India\u2019s FDI in FY25\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#1_What_percentage_of_Indias_total_FDI_came_from_the_US_and_Singapore_in_FY25\" >1. What percentage of India\u2019s total FDI came from the U.S. and Singapore in FY25?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#2_Which_sectors_received_the_maximum_FDI_in_India_during_FY25\" >2. Which sectors received the maximum FDI in India during FY25?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#3_What_was_the_total_value_of_Indias_inward_FDI_during_FY25\" >3. What was the total value of India\u2019s inward FDI during FY25?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#4_What_does_the_term_ODI_stand_for_and_how_is_it_different_from_FDI\" >4. What does the term ODI stand for, and how is it different from FDI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#5_Which_country_accounted_for_the_largest_share_of_Indias_ODI_in_FY25\" >5. Which country accounted for the largest share of India\u2019s ODI in FY25?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#6_What_is_the_RBIs_FLA_Census_and_why_is_it_conducted\" >6. What is the RBI\u2019s FLA Census, and why is it conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#7_What_was_the_ratio_of_inward_to_outward_investment_in_March_2025\" >7. What was the ratio of inward to outward investment in March 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#8_Why_is_the_rise_in_ODI_significant_for_Indias_economy\" >8. Why is the rise in ODI significant for India\u2019s economy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#9_Which_reforms_have_helped_India_attract_higher_FDI_inflows_in_recent_years\" >9. Which reforms have helped India attract higher FDI inflows in recent years?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#10_How_can_this_FDI_trend_influence_Indias_economic_growth_in_the_coming_years\" >10. How can this FDI trend influence India\u2019s economic growth in the coming years?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fdi-inflow-report-fy25\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_FDI_Inflow_Report_FY25_reveals_that_the_US_and_Singapore_together_contributed_one-third_of_total_foreign_investments_The_RBI_FLA_Census_2024%E2%80%9325_highlights_strong_FDI_in_manufacturing_and_rising_outward_investments_by_Indian_companies\"><\/span><strong>India FDI Inflow Report FY25<\/strong> reveals that the U.S. and Singapore together contributed one-third of total foreign investments. The RBI FLA Census 2024\u201325 highlights strong FDI in manufacturing and rising outward investments by Indian companies.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"US_and_Singapore_Together_Provide_One-Third_of_Indias_FDI_in_FY25_Key_Insights\"><\/span>U.S. and Singapore Together Provide One-Third of India\u2019s FDI in FY25: Key Insights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The latest report by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reveals that in the financial year 2024-25, the United States and Singapore together contributed <strong>more than one-third<\/strong> of India\u2019s inward Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)<br>This underscores India\u2019s growing attraction as an investment destination and the central role played by these two countries in channeling capital into India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Investment_Sources\"><\/span>Major Investment Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the provisional results of the RBI\u2019s annual Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) Census 2024-25, covering data on Indian entities\u2019 cross-border liabilities and assets, there were 45,702 Indian companies participating, of which 41,517 reported either FDI (inward investment) or ODI (outward investment).<br>Key figures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Total FDI for 2024-25 stood at <strong>\u20b968,75,931 crore<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The U.S. accounted for ~20% of the total, while Singapore accounted for ~14.3%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other major source countries included Mauritius (13.3%), UK (11.2%) and Netherlands (9%) of total FDI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sector-Wise_Distribution_of_FDI\"><\/span>Sector-Wise Distribution of FDI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The report shows that the <strong>manufacturing sector<\/strong> received the highest share of FDI equity (market value) at 48.4%, followed by <strong>services sector<\/strong> with significant inflow as well.<br>This signals that India is moving towards being a major production hub, not just a services destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Outward_Direct_Investment_ODI_Trends\"><\/span>Outward Direct Investment (ODI) Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The RBI data also covers ODI\u2014investments by Indian companies abroad. In FY25, ODI stood at \u20b911,66,790 crore.<br>Notable allocations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Singapore accounted for 22.2% of ODI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>United States did 15.4%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UK: 12.8%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Netherlands: 9.6%<br>Interestingly, ODI growth (17.9%) outpaced FDI growth (11.1%) in FY25, indicating that Indian firms are stepping up their global expansion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Profile_of_Investment_Entities\"><\/span>Profile of Investment Entities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Over 97% of companies reporting were unlisted firms, yet they held the major share of FDI equity capital. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>About 90.5% of total FDI equity (face value) was held by non-financial companies \u2014 showing strong industrial participation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ratio of inward to outward direct investment stood at 5.9 times in March 2025, compared to 6.3 times the previous year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-FDI-inflow-report-FY25\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/etimg.etb2bimg.com\/photo\/124903221.cms\" alt=\"India FDI inflow report FY25\" title=\"India FDI inflow report FY25\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India FDI inflow report FY25<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Economy_Policy\"><\/span>Relevance for Economy &amp; Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This news is of vital importance as it reflects the health of India\u2019s economy and its attractiveness to global capital. For students preparing for government exams (banking, railways, civil services), understanding where FDI comes from and how sectors are targeted helps in tackling questions on India\u2019s economic policy, foreign investment, and global links.<br>The fact that the U.S. and Singapore together contribute more than one-third of India\u2019s FDI reveals both dependency and strategic partnerships \u2014 topics often explored in exams under foreign trade, investment policy, and geo-economics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Various_Sectors\"><\/span>Implications for Various Sectors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The high share of FDI into manufacturing and services shows that India\u2019s strategic push towards production (Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat) is bearing fruit. This point is especially relevant for aspirants of civil services or state public service commissions who need to discuss sectoral growth, challenges in manufacturing, and employment generation.<br>Also, the rising outward investment (ODI) indicates that Indian firms are becoming global players \u2014 a trend that might appear in questions about India\u2019s global economic footprint. Understanding this shift adds depth to answers in exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s journey to become an attractive destination for foreign direct investment has evolved markedly since liberalisation in 1991. Initially, global investors were cautious. Over time, policy reforms \u2013 such as opening up sectors, simplifying FDI norms, introducing single-window clearances, and aligning with global supply chains \u2013 paved the way for greater inflows.<br>The establishment of the FLA census by the RBI helps track liabilities and assets, giving a clearer picture of cross\u2010border flows. Earlier decades saw dominant investment flows via certain jurisdictions (e.g., Mauritius) often due to tax treaties and intermediary routing. For example, Mauritius used to be the largest source of FDI into India for years due to tax-treaty benefits.<br>Now the shift: The U.S. and Singapore emerging as top investors signals a more diversified and mature investment ecosystem \u2014 one less reliant on shell companies and more on genuine strategic capital. Also, India\u2019s shift to manufacturing and services now resonates with global shifts in supply chains (e.g., China +1 strategy). Recognising this historical progression is essential for competitive exam aspirants when discussing India\u2019s FDI regime, policy changes, and global linkages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CUS_and_Singapore_Contributed_One-Third_of_Indias_FDI_in_FY25%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cU.S. and Singapore Contributed One-Third of India\u2019s FDI in FY25\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The U.S. (~20%) and Singapore (~14.3%) together supplied more than one-third of India\u2019s total FDI in FY 2024-25.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Total inbound FDI for India in FY 2024-25 stood at \u20b968,75,931 crore, up from about \u20b961,88,243 crore in the previous year.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Manufacturing sector received the highest share of FDI equity (48.4% by market value), reflecting India\u2019s growing role as a production hub. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>India\u2019s outward direct investment (ODI) in FY 2024-25 was \u20b911,66,790 crore; ODI growth (17.9%) outpaced FDI growth (11.1%) in the same period<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Over 97% of the companies reporting FDI\/ODI were unlisted firms, and about 90.5% of total FDI equity (face value) was held by non-financial companies \u2014 showing strength in the industrial sector. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India FDI inflow report FY25<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_percentage_of_Indias_total_FDI_came_from_the_US_and_Singapore_in_FY25\"><\/span>1. What percentage of India\u2019s total FDI came from the U.S. and Singapore in FY25?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As per the RBI\u2019s FLA Census 2024\u201325, around 34% (one-third) of India\u2019s total FDI inflow came from the United States and Singapore combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_sectors_received_the_maximum_FDI_in_India_during_FY25\"><\/span>2. Which sectors received the maximum FDI in India during FY25?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The manufacturing sector received the largest share of FDI equity at 48.4%, followed by the services sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_was_the_total_value_of_Indias_inward_FDI_during_FY25\"><\/span>3. What was the total value of India\u2019s inward FDI during FY25?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The total inward FDI was valued at \u20b968,75,931 crore according to RBI\u2019s provisional data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_does_the_term_ODI_stand_for_and_how_is_it_different_from_FDI\"><\/span>4. What does the term ODI stand for, and how is it different from FDI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ODI stands for Outward Direct Investment, which refers to Indian companies investing abroad, while FDI refers to foreign companies investing in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_country_accounted_for_the_largest_share_of_Indias_ODI_in_FY25\"><\/span>5. Which country accounted for the largest share of India\u2019s ODI in FY25?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Singapore was the leading destination for India\u2019s outward investments, accounting for 22.2% of ODI in FY25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_RBIs_FLA_Census_and_why_is_it_conducted\"><\/span>6. What is the RBI\u2019s FLA Census, and why is it conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) Census is an annual exercise by the RBI that collects financial data from Indian entities on their foreign assets and liabilities to understand cross-border investment trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_was_the_ratio_of_inward_to_outward_investment_in_March_2025\"><\/span>7. What was the ratio of inward to outward investment in March 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The ratio stood at 5.9 times, down slightly from 6.3 times recorded the previous year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Why_is_the_rise_in_ODI_significant_for_Indias_economy\"><\/span>8. Why is the rise in ODI significant for India\u2019s economy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The increase in ODI indicates that Indian firms are expanding globally, showing confidence in international markets and diversifying beyond domestic opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_reforms_have_helped_India_attract_higher_FDI_inflows_in_recent_years\"><\/span>9. 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