Net FDI in Bangladesh jumps 39.36% to $1.77 billion in 2025

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Net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into Bangladesh surged by 39.36 percent in 2025, signaling a strong recovery and growing investor confidence despite global economic challenges and domestic transitions.

According to the latest FDI survey by the Bangladesh Bank, net FDI inflows rose to $1.77 billion in 2025, up from $1.27 billion recorded in 2024.

The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) shared the data on Thursday (May 14).

BIDA highlighted that reinvested earnings and inter-company loans were the primary drivers behind this notable growth.

Reinvested skyrocketed by 318.25 percent, reaching $434.10 million in 2025, compared to $103.79 million in 2024.

Inter-company loans increased by 25.68 percent, rising to $781.68 million from $621.96 million in the previous year.

Witnessed a modest growth of 1.84 percent, totaling $554.64 million.

This upward trend comes at a time when global greenfield project announcements declined by 16 percent in 2025. BIDA noted that Bangladesh’s ability to attract higher FDI despite foreign exchange pressures, global shocks, and domestic uncertainties reflects a resilient investment climate.

It shows a positive signal amid challenges. Commenting on the development, BIDA Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury stated that the 39.36 percent growth in net FDI is a highly positive indicator, especially since developing economies have felt the brunt of a global slowdown in new investment projects.

"While the investment volume is still below the country's actual potential, this growth is significant in the post-political transition period," he said.

The global situation remains uncertain, but Bangladesh is intensifying its preparations to become more competitive in attracting larger investments in the future. - UNB