Terex Ventures is a business advisory firm dedicated to making startups not just pitch-ready but truly investment-ready. It offers end-to-end support—from building strategy and investor connections to enabling cross-border expansion. In this exclusive India Business & Trade interview, Founder Priyanka Madnani shares how Terex is bridging the gap between startups...
India advanced to 15th place among global FDI destinations in 2024 with US$ 27.6 billion in inflows, despite a slight dip from 2023, reveals the recent World Investment Report 2025 by UNCTAD. FDI equity inflows reached US$ 50 billion in FY25, up 13%, while net inflows stood at US$ 29...
The World Bank has urged developing nations to ease foreign direct investment (FDI) restrictions and strengthen global cooperation, as FDI inflows fell to their lowest level since 2005 amid rising barriers and economic uncertainty. While India remained among the top recipients with US$ 28.1 billion in 2023, the report highlights...
At an informal WTO ministerial meet on the sidelines of the OECD gathering, India called for reviving the dispute settlement mechanism and addressing non-tariff barriers and distortions caused by non-market economies. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged prioritizing mandated issues and strengthening the consensus-based approach and special treatment for developing nations....
India’s direct-to-consumer (D2C) startup ecosystem saw a sharp funding decline in 2024, reflecting shifting investor sentiment amid global uncertainty and domestic market saturation. According to Tracxn, total investments fell to US$757 million—an 18% drop from US$930 million in 2023. The trend signals a market correction, with investors now prioritizing sustainability...
A recent research report by the International Data Corporation (IDC) and data integration platform Qlik revealed that investment in artificial intelligence (AI) by Indian enterprises is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35%, reaching US$ 9.2 billion by 2028. Image credit: Pixabay India is on...
UAE-based Sharaf Group has unveiled plans to invest Rs 5,000 crore in Kerala over the next five years, citing the state’s favorable business climate and skilled workforce. The investment will be directed towards developing two dry ports, generating numerous job opportunities and driving economic growth in the region. In a...
On Tuesday, Feb 18, India and Qatar elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership and committed to doubling bilateral trade to US$ 28 billion over the next five years, following extensive discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani. Qatar is actively exploring opportunities...
The World Bank and other economic experts warn that proposed US tariffs, including a 10% global levy and specific duties on Chinese, Canadian, and Mexican imports, could hinder global economic growth. These measures, coupled with potential retaliation from trading partners, could lead to a broader economic downturn, especially for developing...
Indian executives identify cybersecurity as their top priority for risk mitigation, with 61% of respondents emphasizing it. This is followed by digital and technology risks (60%), inflation (48%), and environmental risks (30%) for the upcoming 12 months, according to PwC’s 2025 Digital Trust Insights – India Highlights. Image Credit: Shutterstock...
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