Number of Overseas Wealthy Indians Rose in 2026
The latest M3M Hurun India Rich List identified 156 wealthy Indian individuals living abroad.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Investing
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The 2026 M3M Hurun India Rich List showed that the number of wealthy Indians residing overseas increased to 156. This figure marks a 54% rise from the 101 overseas residents identified on the list in 2025.
Why it matters
The data highlights the growing global footprint of India's wealthiest individuals, who are increasingly concentrated in major international business hubs. Tracking these individuals provides insight into the dispersion of capital and economic influence across international borders.
Of the 1,810 total individuals on the 2026 list, 156 are overseas residents, with the United States hosting 90 of those members. The UAE follows with 31, the United Kingdom with 16, Singapore with 7, Canada with 4, and China with 2.
The players
Anil Agarwal
He is the founder and chairman of Vedanta Resources, a diversified natural resources company.
Vinod Khosla
He is a prominent venture capitalist and a co-founder of the technology company Sun Microsystems.
Sri Prakash Lohia
He is the chairman and founder of Indorama Corporation, a major global manufacturer of chemicals and textiles.
The details
Anil Agarwal and family secured the second spot among overseas Indians with a net worth of 2,08,300 crore rupees, following an annual wealth increase of 93%. Vinod Khosla and Sri Prakash Lohia also ranked among the top overseas members with net worths of 1,16,200 crore rupees and 1,04,300 crore rupees respectively.
Timeline
The M3M Hurun India Rich List was released in 2026.
The 2025 iteration of the list included 101 overseas residents.
Market Dynamics
This reporting follows the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026 global residency statistics to measure the dispersion of wealth. It marks a significant shift in capital location as high-net-worth individuals increasingly establish primary residences in international markets.
For retail and institutional investors, this trend illustrates the growing influence of non-resident Indian capital in global markets. Understanding these migration patterns can help in tracking investment flow and asset allocation strategies for globally diversified portfolios.
The takeaway
The geographic dispersion of India's wealthiest citizens highlights a deepening integration between Indian enterprise and global financial hubs. Investors should note that the United States remains the primary destination for the Indian ultra-wealthy seeking international residency.
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