Pakistan reports increase in foreign direct investment in August 2026
Most outlets reported a rise in Pakistan’s foreign direct investment (FDI) in August 2026, with ProPakistani highlighting an 80 percent year-on-year increase to $316 million. The Business Recorder, meanwhile, noted a 24 percent increase for the two-month period of July-August, citing the State Bank of Pakistan. The framing differs in the time period and percentage cited, with one focusing on a single month and the other on a two-month fiscal period.
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Pakistan’s net FDI rises 24% to $494 million in July-August
August net FDI jumps 80% YoY to $316 million; total foreign investment reaches $562 million in 2MFY27, up 80%
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Jul-Aug FDI jumps 24pc YoY
KARACHI: Pakistan’s foreign direct investment (FDI) rose 24 percent during the first two months (Jul-Aug) of the fiscal year 2026-24, supported by stronger inflows in August. According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Pakistan fetched FDI amounted to USD 495 million in Jul-Aug of FY27 compared to USD 398.6 million in same period of last fiscal year, depicting an increase of USD 96 million. ...
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Pakistan Attracts 80% More Foreign Investment in August 2026
Pakistan’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) rose by 80 percent year-on-year (YoY) to $316 million in August 2026, according to… Read More
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