Verdict

Samsung scores higher โ€” but neither is Indian-owned

Samsung scores 13/100 vs Apple at 0/100 on ownership.

13

Samsung

vs

0

Apple

Brand Comparison

Samsung vs Apple

Quantify ownership structure, origin, and control signals in one view.

Derived from documented disclosures and scored consistently.

Foreign-owned profile

Samsung

India ownership score: 13/100

Foreign-owned profile

Apple

India ownership score: 0/100

Comparison Fit

These brands map as direct alternatives within Smartphones.

Profile match: segment:smartphones

Ownership Insight

Samsung is owned by Samsung India, headquartered in South Korea. Apple is owned by Apple India, headquartered in United States.

Score Breakdown

Equity ownership

Samsung: 0%

Apple: 0%

Manufacturing presence

Samsung: 60%

Apple: 5%

Revenue retention

Samsung: 40%

Apple: 5%

Strategic control

Samsung: 0%

Apple: 0%

Side-by-side Details

FeatureSamsungApple
Country of originSouth KoreaUnited States
HeadquartersSeoulCupertino, California
Founded19381976
Parent companySamsung IndiaApple India
Parent company countrySouth KoreaUnited States
Manufacturing in India60%5%
Revenue retained in India40%5%
Ownership typeForeign MultinationalForeign Multinational
Strategic controlSouth KoreaUnited States

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more Indian โ€” Samsung or Apple?

Samsung is more Indian with a score of 13/100 vs Apple's 0/100.

Is Samsung Indian-owned?

Samsung is foreign-controlled with an Indian ownership score of 13/100, owned by Samsung India (South Korea).

Is Apple Indian-owned?

Apple is foreign-controlled with an Indian ownership score of 0/100, owned by Apple India (United States).

Who owns Samsung?

Samsung is owned by Samsung India (South Korea).

Who owns Apple?

Apple is owned by Apple India (United States).