New Delhi, Sept. 30 -- Net claims of non-residents in India increased by USD 16.5 billion during Q1 FY26-27 to USD 220.3 billion as at the end of June 2026. The expansion in net claims reflects an increase in the country's external obligations alongside a reduction in international assets held abroad.

The Reserve Bank of India said, "Net claims of non-residents on India increased by USD 16.5 billion during Q1:2026-27 to USD 220.3 billion as at end-June 2026, mainly due to an increase in external liabilities by USD 11.6 billion and a decline of USD 4.9 billion in the foreign-owned assets."

Total international financial assets stood at USD 1,212.5 billion at the end of June 2026, down from USD 1,217.4 billion at the end of March 2026. Ove...