{"id":5690,"date":"2025-03-20T17:22:11","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T11:52:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trending.niftytrader.in\/?p=5690"},"modified":"2025-03-20T17:22:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T11:52:11","slug":"apple-and-samsung-command-94-of-indias-smartphone-exports-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.niftytrader.in\/markets\/apple-and-samsung-command-94-of-indias-smartphone-exports-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple and Samsung Command 94% of India\u2019s Smartphone Exports in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"147\">India\u2019s Smartphone Exports Surge, Driven by Apple and Samsung<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"466\">India\u2019s smartphone export market witnessed significant growth in 2024, with Apple and Samsung accounting for 94% of total shipments, according to Counterpoint Research. Their expansion in local manufacturing fueled a 6% year-on-year (YoY) increase in overall smartphone exports from the country.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"790\">The surge in \u2018Made in India\u2019 smartphone shipments is largely attributed to government incentives, strong supply chain investments, and global brands diversifying production away from China. With increased local production and exports, India is fast becoming a leading global smartphone manufacturing hub.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"865\">Tata Electronics Records 107% Growth in Smartphone Manufacturing<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1033\">One of the biggest success stories of 2024 in India\u2019s mobile manufacturing ecosystem was Tata Electronics, which recorded an impressive 107% YoY growth.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1510\">\n<li data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1205\">The primary drivers of this exponential growth were the production of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16, which contributed significantly to Tata\u2019s shipment volumes.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1336\">Tata Electronics has expanded its iPhone assembly and is now an integral part of Apple\u2019s global supply chain strategy.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1510\">The company is also venturing into semiconductor fabrication, with a new plant in Dholera, Gujarat, aiming to bolster India\u2019s semiconductor self-sufficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1699\">With the increasing role of Indian manufacturers in global supply chains, Tata Electronics\u2019 expansion signifies a major shift in high-end smartphone manufacturing towards India.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1767\">Dixon Technologies Strengthens Its Manufacturing Position<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1940\">In the overall mobile handset segment (including smartphones and feature phones), Dixon Technologies solidified its position as India\u2019s leading manufacturer.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2353\">\n<li data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2092\">Dixon\u2019s smartphone manufacturing segment witnessed a 39% YoY growth, propelled by strong shipments from Transsion brands and Motorola.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2219\">New partnerships with brands like Realme and Transsion have played a pivotal role in Dixon\u2019s market expansion.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2353\">Dixon\u2019s joint ventures and strategic collaborations continue to strengthen India\u2019s local handset manufacturing ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2533\">With government support under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, Dixon\u2019s success underscores India\u2019s growing influence in the global smartphone supply chain.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2608\">Why India Is Becoming a Global Manufacturing Hub for Smartphones<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2825\">According to Prachir Singh, Senior Research Analyst at Counterpoint Research, global smartphone manufacturers are diversifying production to create resilient supply chains and reduce reliance on China.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2897\">Key Factors Driving India\u2019s Smartphone Manufacturing Growth:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"3404\">\n<li data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"3011\">Large Domestic Market: India\u2019s growing consumer base drives strong local demand for smartphones.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3120\">Cost-Effective Labor: India offers competitive labor costs compared to other manufacturing hubs.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3231\">Government Incentives: Initiatives like the PLI scheme encourage local production and exports.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3404\">Supply Chain Diversification: Global brands like Apple and Samsung are shifting manufacturing away from China, positioning India as a preferred alternative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3532\">These factors are making India one of the world\u2019s most attractive destinations for smartphone manufacturing and exports.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3593\">Samsung Expands India Operations, Boosting Exports<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3724\">Samsung continued to increase its manufacturing footprint in India, registering 7% YoY growth in smartphone production.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"4020\">\n<li data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"3880\">The company has expanded its export operations, strengthening its position as a dominant player in India\u2019s electronics manufacturing industry.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"4020\">Samsung remains a leading beneficiary of India\u2019s PLI scheme, benefiting from government incentives to ramp up local production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4022\" data-end=\"4175\">With rising global demand for high-end smartphones, Samsung\u2019s commitment to local production is a key driver of India\u2019s smartphone export boom.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4177\" data-end=\"4246\">Vivo Ranks as India\u2019s Second-Largest Smartphone Manufacturer<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4384\">Chinese smartphone giant Vivo secured the second spot among smartphone manufacturers in India, registering 14% YoY growth.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4386\" data-end=\"4619\">\n<li data-start=\"4386\" data-end=\"4498\">Vivo\u2019s growth was driven by its expansion in offline retail and a strengthened distribution network.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4619\">The company also topped the charts in India\u2019s total smartphone shipments for 2024, surpassing other competitors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4621\" data-end=\"4786\">With India\u2019s offline smartphone market continuing to thrive, Vivo\u2019s growth strategy remains centered on strengthening its distribution and retail presence.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4788\" data-end=\"4846\">Foxconn Hon Hai Expands Apple Production in India<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4966\">Foxconn Hon Hai, a key Apple supplier, recorded 19% YoY growth in its manufacturing operations in India.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5221\">\n<li data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5101\">The company is setting up a new smartphone display module assembly unit, further enhancing local production capabilities.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5221\">Apple\u2019s push for greater local manufacturing has played a significant role in Foxconn\u2019s expansion in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5223\" data-end=\"5375\">This growth aligns with Apple\u2019s long-term strategy to shift production outside China, making India a critical part of its global supply chain.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5377\" data-end=\"5438\">Oppo Faces Challenges Amidst Intensified Competition<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5440\" data-end=\"5553\">While other manufacturers saw positive growth, Chinese brand Oppo faced a 34% YoY decline in shipments.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5555\" data-end=\"5773\">\n<li data-start=\"5555\" data-end=\"5649\">Increasing competition from Samsung, Apple, and Vivo impacted Oppo\u2019s market share.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5773\">Oppo\u2019s growing reliance on contract manufacturers, rather than in-house production, has contributed to the decline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5775\" data-end=\"5921\">As India\u2019s smartphone industry becomes more competitive, brands like Oppo face challenges in maintaining their manufacturing leadership.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"5983\">DBG Sees Growth with Xiaomi and Realme Partnerships<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5985\" data-end=\"6122\">Contract manufacturer DBG reported double-digit shipment growth in 2024, driven by its partnerships with Xiaomi and Realme.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6124\" data-end=\"6418\">\n<li data-start=\"6124\" data-end=\"6279\">Xiaomi and Realme continue to dominate the Indian smartphone market, relying on contract manufacturers like DBG to boost production efficiency.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6280\" data-end=\"6418\">As contract manufacturing gains traction, India is positioning itself as a key global hub for smartphone assembly and exports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"6420\" data-end=\"6500\">India\u2019s Smartphone Manufacturing Industry Set for Strong Growth in 2025<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6502\" data-end=\"6764\">With Apple and Samsung leading India\u2019s smartphone export market, and local manufacturers like Tata Electronics, Dixon, and Foxconn expanding their operations, India\u2019s position as a global smartphone manufacturing powerhouse continues to strengthen.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6766\" data-end=\"6962\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The combination of government incentives, supply chain diversification, and increased exports is expected to drive double-digit growth in India\u2019s smartphone manufacturing industry in 2025.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India\u2019s Smartphone Exports Surge, Driven by Apple and Samsung India\u2019s smartphone export market witnessed significant growth in 2024, with Apple and Samsung accounting for 94% of total shipments, according to Counterpoint Research. 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