Apple and Foxconn are speeding up their iPhone manufacturing in India. Dixon continues to collaborate with Taiwanese companies to secure more diversified manufacturing capabilities.
Most iPhones sold in US will be made in India
During the latest earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company is accelerating iPhone production in India, with most US-sold units in the June quarter made there, reducing reliance on China. While Vietnam handles other devices, Apple's China sales stabilized despite a slight revenue dip. Strong demand and first-time buyers continue to support Apple's broader product lineup in China.
Foxconn reportedly eyes India's new PLI scheme amid soaring local growth as Tata begins iPhone production at new plant
According to The Economic Times, Foxconn is planning to invest in India through its subsidiary Yuzhan Technology to tap into the newly launched production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for electronic components, which cites sources familiar with the matter. This move comes amid industry speculation that other major players, such as Dixon Technologies and Tata Electronics, are also preparing to apply for the scheme.
Dixon Technologies, Inventec form joint venture to manufacture PCs and servers in India
Dixon Technologies has strengthened its role in India's electronics manufacturing sector by signing a joint venture with Taiwan-based Inventec to produce IT hardware. The partnership expands Dixon's footprint in high-growth segments, supporting the Make in India initiative through the local manufacturing of notebooks, servers, desktops, and related components.
Dixon, Tata to apply for the latest PLI while HP doubles India PC manufacturing through Dixon
Dixon Technologies, an electronics manufacturing services company, plans to enter electronics component manufacturing for its own use before expanding to exports. Meanwhile, Indian outlets citing sources indicate Tata Electronics may invest INR20 billion (US$234.11 million) in component manufacturing under the government's INR230 billion (US$2.69 billion) incentive scheme, a rumor Tata Electronics declined to comment on.
EDT and Nippon Seiki JV to localize India automotive LCD production
Taiwan-based panel maker Emerging Display Technologies (EDT) and Japan's Nippon Seiki signed a joint venture agreement on April 25, 2025, to establish EDT-India Private Limited, focusing on automotive TFT LCD module production. Located in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, the new plant aims to start mass production by 2027.
Samsung to invest US$117 million in Indian home appliance plant after labor unrest
The Indian government recently announced that Samsung Electronics will invest approximately US$110 million in its home appliance production line at the Sriperumbudur factory in Tamil Nadu, where worker strikes occurred in 2024.
Setbacks for India's semiconductor ambitions: Tower Semiconductor, Adani, and Zoho projects stall
The Adani Group has paused discussions with Israel's Tower Semiconductor over a proposed US$10 billion semiconductor project in India, according to two people familiar with the matter, Reuters reported. The Indian conglomerate decided to halt talks after internal evaluations raised concerns about the project's strategic fit and uncertain demand outlook in the Indian market.
Tesla's cautious India move highlights geopolitical trade tensions
India has been actively seeking to attract Tesla, but the company remains cautious. Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja noted in a recent earnings call that while there's interest in expanding into India, the timing is still being carefully evaluated. In light of US-China tariff disputes, Tesla's potential entry into the Indian market has taken on geopolitical significance.
Article edited by Jack Wu
