- Inward FDI positions increased by 7% to reach QAR 157 billion at the end of Q3 2025
- Outward FDI positions increased by 3% to reach QAR 203 billion at the end of Q3 2025
The National Planning Council issued the results of Qatar's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Survey for the third quarter of 2025, conducted in collaboration with the Qatar Central Bank. The results present preliminary estimates of inward and outward FDI positions for the period from July to September 2025. The survey scope is confined to privately owned companies and selected semi-government enterprises operating within the State, while excluding public sector investments and international financial activities carried out by individuals. Survey findings are consolidated with data from the Qatar Central Bank, encompassing all monetary financial institutions, including banks, insurance providers, and other regulated financial entities.
The 7% growth in inward FDI positions reflects strong confidence among foreign investors in the resilience and stability of Qatar's economy, supported by clear economic policies and national development plans that have contributed to strengthening Qatar's position as a regional and international investment destination. This performance aligns with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030, particularly in advancing economic development, diversifying the productive base, and enhancing national competitiveness.
The results present preliminary estimates of inward and outward FDI positions for the period from July to September 2025. These findings are based on quarterly survey data, supplemented by data from monetary financial institutions supervised by the Qatar Central Bank. The survey covers a representative sample of approximately 200 private sector enterprises, along with selected government-owned companies.
Inward Foreign Direct Investment (liabilities to non-residents)
Survey results indicate that inward Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) positions increased by 7% at the end of Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025, reaching approximately QAR 157 billion.
This growth indicates an advanced level of confidence among foreign investors in Qatar's economy, supported by a stable and enabling business environment underpinned by clear economic policies and development plans that have enhanced the country's competitiveness.
More than 95% of the inward FDI positions were concentrated in five main economic activities: mining and quarrying (44%), followed by financial and insurance activities (32%), manufacturing (15%), professional, scientific and technical activities (5%), and public administration (2%).
This distribution highlights the strength of strategic economic sectors in attracting foreign investment, alongside the growing contribution of value-added activities, reflecting continued progress toward economic diversification. The concentration of foreign direct investment in mining, financial services, and manufacturing further underscores the pivotal role of core and value-added sectors in supporting economic activity and attracting foreign capital.
Outward Foreign Direct Investment (Assets with non-residents)
The outward Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) positions increased by 3% at the end of Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025, reaching QAR 203 billion.
This increase reflects the expanding role of Qatar's outward FDI in international markets and the growing presence of Qatari investments within the global investment landscape, in line with investment strategies that support geographic and sectoral diversification.
More than 90% of the outward FDI positions were concentrated in five economic activities: financial and insurance activities (33%), mining and quarrying (27%), information and communication (12%), transportation and storage (11%), and arts, entertainment, and recreation (7%).
This distribution underscores the development of Qatar's financial sector and its growing role as a key driver of foreign direct investment, reinforcing the country's position on the regional and international investment map.
