Winning Bizness Desk

Mumbai. In a significant milestone, the Adani Group has become India’s fastest-growing brand in 2025, marking an 82% increase in its brand valuation—from $3.55 billion in 2024 to a massive $6.46 billion. This notable jump has helped the conglomerate secure the 13th spot on Brand Finance’s Most Valuable Indian Brands list, up from 16th place last year. The report attributes this surge to Adani’s expanding footprint in core sectors and its strategic focus on sustainable development.

Infrastructure and Green Growth Drive Success

The group’s rapid value gain stems from its aggressive expansion in infrastructure segments such as ports, roads, airports, and renewable energy. Adani’s visible push in green energy—including solar and wind projects—has played a crucial role in strengthening its public image. These moves have significantly boosted its Brand Strength Index, which evaluates trust and admiration among consumers based on perceptions and behavior.

India’s Brand Landscape Sees Robust Growth

The report reveals that the combined value of India’s top 100 brands has reached $236.5 billion. With the economy expected to grow by 6–7% in FY2025-26, strong policy reforms and public-private collaborations are helping Indian brands thrive. Adani’s leap reflects a broader trend where Indian companies are aggressively expanding their presence across diverse sectors, benefiting from favorable economic conditions.

Tata Maintains Leadership; Tech and Finance Brands Follow

Despite Adani’s remarkable rise, Tata Group continues to dominate as India’s most valuable brand, increasing 10% to reach $31.6 billion. Tata’s investments in electric vehicles, AI, and sustainability are cited as factors for its enduring relevance. Infosys ranked second with a 15% rise to $16.3 billion, while HDFC Group secured third place with a 37% jump to $14.2 billion following its merger. LIC followed closely at $13.6 billion, and other notable names included Larsen & Toubro and Mahindra Group in the top 10.

What Brand Value Really Means

Brand Finance's ranking system is based on a three-part methodology: the Brand Strength Index, which gauges consumer perception and trust; Brand Impact, which measures outreach and marketing; and Forecast Revenues, projecting the brand’s future earnings. These indicators combined offer a holistic view of a brand’s current position and growth trajectory.

Story in a nutshell

• Adani Group becomes India’s fastest-growing brand with an 82% valuation jump.
• Brand value surged from $3.55 billion in 2024 to $6.46 billion in 2025.
• Adani climbed from 16th to 13th place in Brand Finance’s rankings.
• Growth driven by infrastructure expansion and green energy focus.
• Tata Group retains the top position with a brand value of $31.6 billion.
• Infosys, HDFC, LIC, L\&T, and Mahindra round out the top ten.
• India’s top 100 brands now collectively worth $236.5 billion.