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India's Healthcare Sector Growth Driven by Hospitals and Diagnostics
India's healthcare sector is growing fast, especially in hospitals and diagnostic centers.
Big hospitals and diagnostic companies made a lot more money this year, with more patients and better services.
Investors are still very interested in this sector, buying hospitals and expanding diagnostic services.
However, companies that make medical devices are having a harder time because of higher costs and problems with shipping.
Overall, the future looks bright for healthcare in India, with more investments and better services expected.
Major hospital operators recorded revenue and EBITDA growth of more than 15% year-on-year during FY26.
Diagnostic companies reported revenue growth of more than 15% with EBITDA margins above 25%.
Single-specialty hospital operators reported revenue growth of more than 15% with EBITDA margins around 30%.
Medical device companies faced slower growth due to US tariffs and higher raw material costs.
Private equity interest remained strong, with increased acquisitions in hospitals and diagnostics.
- Who
- Major hospital operators, diagnostic companies, medical device companies, private equity investors
- What
- Growth in India's healthcare sector driven by hospitals and diagnostics
- Where
- India
- When
- FY26
- Why
- Higher patient volumes, capacity additions, and continued investor interest
Optimistic Outlook
Challenges in Medical Devices
Sector Growth
Optimistic Outlook
Major hospital operators recorded revenue and EBITDA growth of more than 15% year-on-year during FY26, supported by higher patient volumes and capacity additions.
Challenges in Medical Devices
Medical device companies reported slower growth due to US tariffs, higher raw material costs, and global logistics disruptions.
Key facts
- Revenue Growth
- More than 15% year-on-year for major hospital operators and diagnostic companies
- EBITDA Margins
- Above 25% for diagnostic companies, around 30% for single-specialty hospital operators
- Occupancy Levels
- Between 60% and 75%
- Investor Interest
- Continued interest in healthcare businesses with growth potential
- Private Equity Activity
- Increased acquisitions in hospitals and diagnostics, focusing on regional networks and digital infrastructure
Quotes
Kaivaan Movdawalla
National Healthcare Leader, EY-Parthenon India
“Private equity-backed acquisitions in hospitals increased during FY26 as investors sought to build regional networks. In diagnostics, investment is moving towards integrated platforms, digital infrastructure and expansion into new markets. He said transaction activity is expected to continue through FY27.”
businesstoday.in
“We are witnessing a structural shift in the sector, with players increasingly focusing on disciplined expansion through brownfield and greenfield projects, strategic partnerships and selective acquisitions.”
businesstoday.in
Sources
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