Banking and power sectors account for nearly 45% of total profit and dividend outflows, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.
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Pakistan Records Sharp Rebound in FDI as Investment Inflows Reach US$214 Million
Net foreign investment surges in May led by China, UAE and Hong Kong
ISLAMABAD, June 17, 2026 — Pakistan recorded a sharp rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) in May 2026, with net inflows rising nearly 293% month-on-month to $214 million, supported by stronger investment from China, the United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong.
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FDI in Pakistan plunges 33% in 8MFY26, but February brings surprise recovery
Karachi, March 16, 2026 – Pakistan’s foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows declined by over 33% during the first eight months of the current fiscal year 2025-26, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported on Monday.
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Pakistan’s foreign direct investment drops 34% in first quarter of FY2025-26: SBP
Karachi, October 20, 2025 – Pakistan recorded a 34% year-on-year decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first quarter (July–September) of fiscal year 2025–26, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday.
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Foreign direct investment in Pakistan rises to $2.46 billion in FY25
Karachi, July 18, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday announced that foreign direct investment (FDI) into Pakistan rose to $2.46 billion in the fiscal year 2024–25, reflecting a 5% increase over the previous year’s FDI figure of $2.35 billion.
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SBP reports 3% dip in foreign direct investment during 10MFY25
Karachi, May 16, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday released data showing a slight decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first ten months (July–April) of the fiscal year 2024-25. According to the SBP report, FDI dropped by 2.8% to $1.78 billion, compared with $1.84 billion recorded in the same period of the previous fiscal year.
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Foreign Direct Investment in Pakistan Surges 56% in 7MFY25
Karachi, February 18, 2025 – The net inflow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Pakistan surged by over 56% during the first seven months (July – January) of the current fiscal year 2024-25, as reported by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday.
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SBP Reports 20% Surge in Foreign Direct Investment in 1HFY25
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Friday a significant 20% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) for the first half (July–December) of the fiscal year 2024-25, highlighting a positive shift in the country’s investment landscape.
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Pakistan Records 31.3% Increase in FDI During 5MFY25
Karachi: Pakistan has witnessed a significant 31.3% surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first five months (July–November) of the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting growing investor confidence in the country’s economic prospects.
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Foreign Direct Investment Surges by Over 48% in 1QFY25: SBP
Karachi, October 21, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Monday a remarkable increase in foreign direct investment (FDI), which surged by over 48% in the first quarter (July-September) of the fiscal year 2024-25.
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