Capitalising on India’s Growth Story

After a high point in 2021, market volatilities dampened global private equity and venture capital (PE-VC) activity in 2022. Investments declined by 15% to 30% across world regions, according to Bain & Co. One of the few bright spots, however, was India, which saw PE-VC investments surpass $60 billion for a third time. 

The fastest growing economy in the G20, India’s robust growth, financial reforms, large consumption opportunity and pro-business government – combined with external drivers such as global value chain restructurings – have drawn keen interest from global fund managers, investors and businesses. Sectors such as green energy, infrastructure, mobility and technology are exhibiting strong investment potential, along with export-led industries like manufacturing. The digital infrastructure scheme known as “India Stack” is helping broaden the consumer base, opening up a raft of large-scale opportunities. 

Yet India’s long-term future is not predetermined and elections in 2024 will go a long way towards setting the path. Can the momentum be maintained, and what is the outlook for India for the next decade? This in-person briefing hosted by the Financial Times, in partnership with Trilegal, explored current dynamics and the more distant horizon for investment in India.

Strategies for capitalising on India’s economic boom

Are investors and companies maximising the opportunities presented? What are the best avenues for investment and business growth? 

Assessing India’s business and investment climate over the next five years 

Should India account for a bigger share of global investment portfolios given its fundamentals?  

The medium to long term outlook 

To what extent does India’s economic future depend upon the results of the upcoming elections? 

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