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India emerges as a top global investment destination in PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey, with 13 percent of CEOs choosing India, driven by its market scale, digital infrastructure.
Amid global uncertainty, India gains ground in CEO investment plans: PwC
India is fast emerging as a key global investment destination as chief executives across the world rethink their capital allocation amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical risks and rapid technological change, according to the 29th Global CEO Survey by PwC.
The report shows that 13% of global CEOs planning international investments have selected India, almost double the 7% recorded last year, marking one of the sharpest increases among major economies. The finding signals growing confidence in India’s long-term growth story at a time when corporate leaders globally are becoming more cautious.
PwC’s survey, based on responses from 4,454 CEOs across 95 countries, highlights that while overall confidence on near-term growth has weakened worldwide, India is increasingly viewed as a stable and attractive market for future investments.
Capital looking for stability and scale
The survey notes that global CEOs are facing heightened risks from macroeconomic volatility, cyber threats, tariffs and geopolitical conflict. As a result, many are reassessing where to deploy capital. Against this backdrop, India stands out due to its large domestic market, strong digital infrastructure, expanding manufacturing base and policy-led reforms.
More than half of CEOs globally said they plan to make international investments in the year ahead, with the United States remaining the top destination. However, India’s sharp rise in preference reflects a shift towards emerging markets that offer both scale and resilience.
AI, infrastructure and new sectors driving interest
PwC’s report also points to artificial intelligence, data centres, infrastructure and energy transition as key areas attracting investment globally. India is well positioned in these segments, supported by a growing technology workforce, rising data consumption and sustained public and private capex.
At the same time, 42% of CEOs globally said their companies have entered new sectors over the past five years, a trend that favours diversified economies like India, where technology, services, manufacturing and finance increasingly overlap.
Long-term conviction despite global uncertainty
While about one-third of CEOs globally said geopolitical uncertainty is making them hesitant to commit to large investments, PwC noted that companies continuing to invest despite uncertainty are growing faster and delivering higher profit margins.
For India, this reinforces its appeal as a long-term investment destination, especially for global firms looking beyond short-term volatility and focusing on multi-year opportunities.
“As globalisation evolves rather than retreats, capital is being redirected towards markets that combine growth, talent and strategic relevance,” the report said, adding that India’s rising share in global investment plans reflects this realignment.
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January 20, 2026, 15:54 IST
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