Tata Group has achieved a significant milestone by becoming India’s first brand to exceed the $30-billion mark in brand valuation, as per the Brand Finance India 100 report for 2025. With a remarkable 10% year-on-year growth, the group’s brand value now stands at $31.6 billion, showcasing the increasing global influence of Indian brands.
Key Highlights from Brand Finance India 100 (2025)
Tata Group
- Brand value: $31.6 billion (10% increase)
- Sustainability Perceptions Value: $4.3 billion (highest among Indian brands)
Top 5 Most Valuable Indian Brands
- Tata Group – $31.6 billion
- Infosys – $16.3 billion (15% increase)
- HDFC Group – $14.2 billion (37% surge after merger)
- LIC
- Airtel
Fastest-Growing Brand
- Adani Group – 82% rise in brand value due to infrastructure and energy push
Strongest Brands (Based on Brand Strength Index – BSI)
- Taj Hotels – BSI 92.2/100, AAA+ (4th consecutive year)
- Asian Paints – BSI 92/100, strongest global paint brand
- Amul – BSI 91.2/100
New Entrants
- Zomato – Brand value: $1 billion, Rank: 39
- Birla Opus – Disrupting decorative paints sector
- Birlasoft – $164 million, new in IT services sector
Noteworthy Climbers
- HMEL – Brand value: $656 million, climbed 7 spots
- Zetwerk – Reinforcing India’s ESDM sector leadership
Broader Significance
Economic Context
- Total brand value of India’s top 100 brands reached $236.5 billion
- Reflects India’s expanding influence in the global corporate ecosystem
Sectoral Dominance
- IT & Tech: Infosys leads, Persistent Systems posts 33% growth
- Financial Services: HDFC’s rise due to structural consolidation
- Hospitality & FMCG: Taj and Amul lead in service reputation
Sustainability Messaging
- Infosys noted for the largest positive sustainability gap ($115 million), indicating potential for future brand value upliftment through perception management
Expert Insight
“India is finely balancing hard power and soft power in global markets,” says Ajimon Francis, MD, Brand Finance India.
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- Tata Group surpasses $30 billion in brand valuation, a historic achievement for an Indian brand
- Infosys and HDFC also show significant growth in brand value, reflecting India’s corporate prowess
- New entrants like Adani Group, Birla Opus, and Zomato highlight India’s expanding economic presence
- India’s top 100 brands collectively reach a brand value of $236.5 billion, signaling global influence
