Pakistan recorded net foreign direct investment (FDI) of $168 million in March 2026, marking a decline from $214 million in February, according to analysis by Topline Securities based on data released by the State Bank of Pakistan.

During the first nine months of fiscal year 2026, cumulative net FDI reached $1.355 billion, representing a 27 percent decrease compared with inflows recorded in the same period last year.

China, Hong Kong, and Japan remained the leading sources of foreign investment during March. Sector-wise, the power sector and financial services attracted the largest share of incoming foreign capital.

Overall foreign investment activity, however, continues to show signs of weakness, with total inflows remaining below last year’s levels, highlighting ongoing challenges in attracting sustained foreign capital into the country.