The outflow of profits and dividends by foreign investors from Pakistan rose to $1,626 million during July–January FY26, reflecting a 22.5 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase, according to figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan. In comparison, repatriations stood at $1.328 billion in the corresponding period of FY25.

During January 2026 alone, foreign investors repatriated $118.9 million, marking a 33.9 percent rise on a month-on-month basis and a 15.6 percent increase YoY compared with $102.9 million recorded in January 2025.

Sector-wise data showed that the power sector accounted for the highest outflows, with profit and dividend repatriation amounting to $400.2 million in 7MFY26, more than double the level recorded in the same period last year.

The financial business sector ranked second, with repatriations totaling $371.3 million during the review period, while the food sector followed, recording outflows of $142.4 million, as per the central bank’s data.