# BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, expressed continued optimism for India on Wednesday.

*genai · news · 2026-04-29 · The Hindu Business Line*

## Key points

- BlackRock believes AI adoption will significantly enhance India's domestic productivity and economic growth.
- By 2030, one in five global workers is expected to be based in India.
- BlackRock has strategically re-entered India with Jio, now managing nearly 400 institutions' funds.
- Short-term challenges for India include global energy supply volatility and rising fuel import costs.
- BlackRock draws parallels with China's diversified energy approach, suggesting implications for India's sectoral growth.

**Companies:** BlackRock, Jio
**Countries:** India, China

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