KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has acknowledged that a significant rise in foreign investment has contributed to the strengthening of the national economy.
According to the SBP, Pakistan has witnessed a notable increase in direct foreign investment, largely due to the policies of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).
The central bank’s data shows that the energy sector attracted the highest level of foreign investment. In September 2025 alone, the sector received an investment of $87 million.
Meanwhile, the financial business and food sectors recorded investments of $66.58 million and $25.3 million, respectively, during the same period.
Overall, total foreign investment in Pakistan reached $185.62 million in September 2025, the SBP reported.
During the first quarter of the current fiscal year, the energy sector remained at the top with $244.3 million in foreign investment.
The SBP noted that the increase in foreign investment reflects growing global confidence in Pakistan. Investments in the energy and other key sectors are expected to promote industrial growth and economic stability.
It added that the SIFC’s effective measures and policy reforms are helping stabilize Pakistan’s economy while restoring investor confidence.
