Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
During the fourth quarter of 2025, the FDI net inflow amounted to fl48.4 billion, showing an increase by 81.8% compared to the previous quarter. On the other hand, the FDI net outflow amounted to fl18.9 billion, presenting a decrease of 63.8% compared to the previous quarter.
FDI inflows are financial transactions between FDI institutions, direct investors and related companies outside the Saudi economy that reflect a positive impact in excess of equity and/or debt instruments. FDI outflows are transactions where the impact appears as a decrease in obligations (paid dividends, repayment of loans/credit receivables) or when a foreign shareholder exits.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
(Quarterly)
Source: Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)
During the fourth quarter of 2025, the FDI net inflow amounted to fl48.4 billion, showing an increase by 81.8% compared to the previous quarter. On the other hand, the FDI net outflow amounted to fl18.9 billion, presenting a decrease of 63.8% compared to the previous quarter.
FDI inflows are financial transactions between FDI institutions, direct investors and related companies outside the Saudi economy that reflect a positive impact in excess of equity and/or debt instruments. FDI outflows are transactions where the impact appears as a decrease in obligations (paid dividends, repayment of loans/credit receivables) or when a foreign shareholder exits.