India allows FDI in e-commerce exports
Analysis based on 42 articles · First reported Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
The policy is expected to boost India's e-commerce exports by allowing foreign-invested platforms to directly handle inventory for overseas sales, potentially increasing export volumes and benefiting small sellers. It provides regulatory clarity for foreign investors, reinforcing India's attractiveness as an investment destination.
On July 23, 2026, the Indian government, through the India — Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), amended the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy to permit FDI in the inventory-based model of e-commerce exclusively for exports of goods manufactured or produced in India. Previously, FDI was not allowed in inventory-based e-commerce (B2C) to protect small retailers. The change aims to boost exports by enabling global e-commerce companies like Amazon and Walmart — Flipkart to directly procure, stock, and export Indian-made products. The policy takes effect upon notification under FEMA. The move supports India's target of $1 trillion in merchandise exports by 2030 and aligns with the broader export promotion agenda, while preserving domestic safeguards.
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