Other Briefings
Indian Air Traffic Growth Second Highest in 2011 after Brazil
Apr. 10 – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has just released data regarding the demand for domestic flights in 2011, with India growing at 12.3 percent last year, behind only Brazil’s growth rate of 17.9 percent. The Indian results lagged behind the average YOY growth of 16.3 percent seen in recent years, however it […]
India’s Car Market – Mumbai goes MINI
Apr. 9 – India is the second fastest growing vehicle market in the world. The main reasons for this are its rising levels of disposable income and the country’s growing middle class. The passenger car density in India is still very low, 11 per 1,000 people, compared to 45 per 1,000 in China. However, while […]
Future Outlook for India’s IT Sector
Mar. 6 – Up until the crux of the Global Financial Crisis, India’s information technology (IT) sector was consistently one of the country’s strongest performers. Though augmentation rates shrank, the falling rupee provided a cushion. Therefore, the CNXIT index constantly outperformed the broader market and in fact, the IT sector was the only one to […]
Foreign Direct Investment in India’s Single and Multi-Brand Retail
As India has liberalized its single brand retail industry to permit 100 percent foreign investment, we take a look at the regulatory issues and legal structures pertinent to establishing operations in this new dynamic market.
India Allows 100% FDI in Single Brand Retail
The Indian government on Tuesday agreed to allow 100 percent foreign ownership in single brand retail stores, paving the way for international businesses such as Starbucks, Ikea and Adidas to operate independently in the country without having to involve local partners.
India to Loosen Restrictions on FDI into Broadcasting Services
The Government of India is planning to propose a hike in the maxiamum foreign direct investment (FDI) capital allowed in broadcasting services – such as direct-to-home (DTH) and cable TV – to a uniform portion of 74 percent.
India Briefing Now Accessible in Mobile App
Free app brings India Briefing to your fingertips Dec. 16 – The brand new Asia Briefing mobile application brings the latest business news and foreign investment insights from India Briefing web site right to your fingertips. The free app integrates with legal and tax regulatory updates from Dezan Shira & Associates, along with China, Vietnam, […]
Amendments in FDI Policy for India’s Pharma Sectors
The government of India has already allowed 100 percent FDI into the pharmaceuticals industry. Recently, the government has reviewed its policy in the particular sector.
