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India's Net Foreign Direct Investment Remained Positive At 3.3 Billion Dollars

Pooja ReddySource: thehindu.com
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India's Net Foreign Direct Investment Remained Positive At 3.3 Billion Dollars
India's Net Foreign Direct Investment Remained Positive At 3.3 Billion DollarsSource: thehindu.com
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India’s net foreign direct investment remained positive for the third consecutive month in August 2026, reaching 3.3 billion dollars. According to Reserve Bank of India data, total inflows jumped nearly 68% year-on-year to 11.1 billion dollars, while outward investments by Indian firms fell to 1.9 billion dollars. The United States, Singapore, and Mauritius contributed around 72% of inflows, with communication, manufacturing, and miscellaneous services receiving most funds.

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