India’s Rising GCC Hub Status: Investor Impact Explained

India is evolving into a premier global hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), with the market size projected to hit $98.4 billion by FY26. Government support through policies like the PLI scheme and GIFT City initiatives is driving this shift toward high-end innovation and R&D. For investors, this trend impacts sectors like commercial real estate and IT staffing. While it signals a move toward higher-value work, investors should watch for risks like wage inflation and increased competition for skilled tech talent.