Qatar Records $45.5bn in Inward FDI as International Investments Rise

JEDDAH — Qatar recorded a 2% increase in inward foreign direct investment to 165.4 billion Qatari riyals ($45.5 billion) in 2025, while outward FDI climbed 8.1% to 210 billion riyals, according to preliminary data from the National Planning Council and Qatar Central Bank.

The faster growth in outward investment reflects the expanding global reach of Qatari capital, even as the country continues to attract foreign funds into key domestic sectors. More than 90% of inward FDI is concentrated in mining and quarrying (44.9%), financial and insurance activities (28.4%), and manufacturing (13.9%).

Outward FDI is primarily directed toward Arab countries (32%) and Europe (31.2%), with financial services and mining leading the portfolio.

Qatar maintains a strong external position, supported by energy revenues and sovereign wealth buffers. Fitch Ratings affirmed the country’s “AA” rating with a stable outlook in March, citing its robust sovereign balance sheet.

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