India's foreign direct investment (FDI) equity inflows rose 6% to $19.8 billion in Q1 2026-27, signaling a potential revival in the nation's investment appeal. Japan and Singapore led investments, while the US saw a significant drop, possibly reflecting a global shift towards AI, where India lags. Despite this, the overall increase cues optimism, highlighting the crucial need for India to send clear signals of investment safety and reliable dispute resolution to attract and sustain global corporate interest, especially given the growing complexity of worldwide economic decisions and geopolitics affecting supply chains.