Tata Group becomes India’s first US$ 30 billion brand

Indian brands are making significant strides globally, led by the Tata Group. Ranked 60th among the global top 100 in the Brand Finance Global 500 report for 2025, the Tata Group has retained its AAA- brand strength rating and has been ranked as India’s most valuable brand for the 15th year in a row. Moreover, this is the first year when the brand has crossed the US$ 30 billion milestone to reach a valuation of US$ 31.6 billion

Indian brands continue to climb the global ladder, with the Tata Group at the forefront of this remarkable ascent. According to the Brand Finance Global 500 report for 2025, Tata Group’s brand value surged by 10% to $31.6 billion, making it the first Indian brand to cross the $30-billion milestone. This achievement follows Tata’s recognition last year as India’s most valuable brand for the 15th consecutive year, when it was valued at $28.6 billion. Ranking 60th globally, Tata also retained its AAA- brand strength rating.

LIC emerged as the fastest-growing Indian brand, with its value soaring 36% to $13.3 billion. The company’s strategic expansion into health insurance, along with its impressive Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 88, solidified its market presence.

Infosys demonstrated resilience as the world’s third-most valuable IT services brand, with a valuation of $16.3 billion, reflecting a 15% growth. The company also recorded the fastest five-year compound annual growth rate (18%) among global IT peers.

India’s banking sector made a strong impact, with HDFC ($14.2 billion), SBI ($9.6 billion), and ICICI ($6.4 billion) entering the global rankings. Airtel maintained its stronghold with a brand value of $7.7 billion, while Jio Group made a debut at $6.5 billion. Reliance Group also posted an impressive 17% growth, reaching $9.8 billion.

Ajimon Francis, managing director at Brand Finance India, highlighted the sectoral strength, saying, “Reflecting India’s economic resilience, not a single Indian brand saw a decline in brand value. BFSI brands like LIC, HDFC, SBI, and ICICI have showcased remarkable growth. L&T has also powered ahead significantly.”

Globally, Apple retained its position as the world’s most valuable brand at $574.5 billion, followed by Microsoft ($461 billion) and Google ($413 billion). ASEAN brands also experienced substantial growth, with e& achieving an unprecedented 701% growth to $15.3 billion. WeChat, meanwhile, held its title as the world’s strongest brand with a BSI score of 95.2.

Entrepreneur Somdutta Singh emphasized the critical role of branding in today’s competitive landscape: “Consistent branding can increase revenue by up to 23%, highlighting the profound impact of cohesive brand identity on consumer perception and purchasing behavior.”

The report underscores India’s growing stature as a hub of innovation, with its brands pushing boundaries across technology, finance, and consumer goods, solidifying their place on the global stage.