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Investors Eye A Pie As India Prepares To Lead The Global Semiconductor Revolution

Inc42 · 10m ago

Investors Eye A Pie As India Prepares To Lead The Global Semiconductor Revolution

- Indian government's focus on increasing local electronic equipment manufacturing and reducing import dependency drives the interest in semiconductors. - 92% of investors surveyed in Inc42's report express optimism about India's semiconductor ambitions and are willing to invest. - Majority of recent funding in the semiconductor ecosystem has gone into fabless IP developers and system-on-chip (SoC) startups. - India aims to build all aspects of the semiconductor value chain, starting with design and gradually expanding into larger capex-intensive areas. - Product design and engineering talent are crucial for building chips, systems, and products for various applications. - Bengaluru remains a dominant city in the semiconductor space, with many design, IP, and processor companies originating from there.

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Indian semiconductor market may grow over two-fold to Rs 9.6 lakh crore by 2030 - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 14d ago

Indian semiconductor market may grow over two-fold to Rs 9.6 lakh crore by 2030 - The Economic Times

India's semiconductor market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $100-110 billion by 2030 from $38 billion in 2023, driven by government initiatives and industry commitments. The global semiconductor market is expected to hit $1 trillion by 2030. India's potential includes producing semiconductor equipment components and R&D services. The government launched the India Semiconductor Mission with Rs 76,000 crore to support manufacturing, design, and fostering global partnerships, positioning India as a trusted global supply chain partner.

Current EV Subsidies Aren’t Enough, India’s EV Future Hinges On Infra: AdvantEdge’s Khattar

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Current EV Subsidies Aren’t Enough, India’s EV Future Hinges On Infra: AdvantEdge’s Khattar

Over the past year, the EV sector in India has faced challenges with subsidies, impacting the adoption of electric two-wheelers. However, industry leaders believe that 100% EV adoption is inevitable due to rising costs of internal combustion engine vehicles and the deflationary nature of EVs. The lack of solid energy solutions and financing options remain obstacles, particularly for heavy-duty commercial EVs. India aims to encourage cell manufacturing and attract global OEMs through incentives such as PLI, while also exploring the impact of AI on electrification. Resolving subsidy issues and supporting the EV industry will be crucial for India to lead the global EV revolution.

Global PE investors eye bigger pie of India’s software services sector

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Economic Times · 1y ago

Global PE investors eye bigger pie of India’s software services sector

There is an increase in interest from global private equity firms in acquiring Indian IT and software services companies. This is due to a rise in growth capital investments in the IT sector by global PE funds. The number of PE firms holding majority stake in Indian IT services companies has doubled between 2019 and 2022. Inbound deals from global investors for Indian firms rose 35% in 2023, outpacing the previous year's growth rate. Indian IT firms are seen as valuable due to their growth performance and potential. The total value held by PE firms in the sector has quadrupled, reaching $55 billion today.

SEMI, IESA join hands to boost semiconductor ecosystem in India

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Economic Times · 11m ago

SEMI, IESA join hands to boost semiconductor ecosystem in India

Global semiconductor organizations SEMI and IESA have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen the semiconductor industry ecosystem in India. As part of the agreement, the Indian Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) will join SEMI, expanding the latter's presence in the Indian market. The collaboration aims to enhance supply chain resilience and facilitate joint policy advocacy efforts to drive incentives for product development and manufacturing in India. The partnership marks a significant milestone for India and paves the way for the country to become a global semiconductor powerhouse.

Urban Company Founders, Early Investors Offload Shares Ahead of IPO

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OutlookIndia · 3m ago

Urban Company Founders, Early Investors Offload Shares Ahead of IPO

Urban Company's founders have sold shares worth Rs 779 crore in secondary transactions to existing investors as the company prepares for its IPO. Cofounders Abhiraj Bhal, Varun Khaitan, and Raghav Chandra sold Rs 259 crore in shares each, retaining a 6.67% stake individually. Investors like Prosus Ventures and Swiggy cofounder Sriharsha Majety purchased these shares. Additionally, early backers like Accel India and Tiger Global have offloaded shares ahead of Urban Company's public listing.

Chipmaker Lam Research announces Rs 10,000-crore investment in India

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Chipmaker Lam Research announces Rs 10,000-crore investment in India

Lam Research, a US-based semiconductor company, announced a significant investment of Rs 10,000 crore in India, marking a major milestone in India's semiconductor sector. This investment aligns with the government's vision to establish India as a global semiconductor manufacturing and design hub. Under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), several semiconductor units, including projects by Micron, Tata Electronics, and others, have been approved for government subsidies, with an overall planned outlay of Rs 76,000 crore.

India's growing role in semiconductor manufacturing takes centre stage at Carnegie's Global Technology Summit

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Economic Times · 4m ago

India's growing role in semiconductor manufacturing takes centre stage at Carnegie's Global Technology Summit

India is poised to expand its role in the global semiconductor industry, as highlighted at the Carnegie Global Technology Summit. John Neuffer, CEO of the Semiconductor Industry Association, emphasized India’s potential in areas like Printed Circuit Boards amid supply chain diversification. Recent collaborations between the US and India, including the US-India TRUST initiative, emphasize growth in critical technologies. With investment from major Indian conglomerates and supportive policies, India is set to become a significant semiconductor hub.

Our investment in India will keep growing: IBM CEO Arvind Krishna

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Our investment in India will keep growing: IBM CEO Arvind Krishna

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Meet the firms taking a big bite of Apple’s India manufacturing pie

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Meet the firms taking a big bite of Apple’s India manufacturing pie

Apple is expanding its manufacturing in India as part of its strategy to reduce dependence on China, aided by government incentives like the PLI scheme. This move highlights Apple's growing focus on diversifying its production locations. The shift also reflects broader trends in global manufacturing as companies seek operational resilience. Key players, such as Foxconn and Tata Electronics, are involved in Apple's Indian manufacturing ecosystem, highlighting India's increasing importance in the global technology supply chain.

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