Foreign Investor Confidence in Pakistan Remains Strong as Profits Rise

Foreign investor confidence in Pakistan remains steady as investment and business activity continue to improve.

According to State Bank of Pakistan data, profit repatriation by foreign investors reached $2.31 billion during the fiscal year 2025-26. In June 2026 alone, foreign companies repatriated $151.4 million in profits.

The financial, power, food, communication and tobacco sectors were among the major sources of profit transfers. The financial sector recorded $534.5 million in profit repatriation, while the power sector accounted for $507.7 million.

Investors from the UK, China and the US remained active in Pakistan. The UK recorded the highest profit repatriation at $621.2 million, followed by China with $486.5 million.

Improved foreign exchange reserves and a better business environment are helping strengthen investor confidence and global business ties.