Pakistan’s net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reached $214 million in August 2024, marking a 51 percent increase compared to $142 million in the same month of the previous fiscal year. FDI inflows for August 2024 were recorded at $296 million, a 46 percent rise from $204 million in August 2023. Meanwhile, outflows increased by 34 percent, totaling $82 million compared to $62 million in the previous year.

For the first two months of the fiscal year 2025 (2MFY25), net FDI inflows surged by 56 percent year-on-year, reaching $350 million, up from $225 million in 2MFY24. China led the way with the highest FDI inflows of $175 million, followed by Hong Kong with $70 million, the United Kingdom with $44 million, the United States with $24 million, and France with $13 million.

The power sector emerged as the top recipient of FDI during 2MFY25, attracting $210 million. This was followed by the oil and gas exploration sector with $44 million, financial business with $39 million, and electronics with $23 million. These figures highlight a robust increase in foreign investment, driven by significant contributions from key international partners and sectors.