Dhaka: 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 United News of Bangladesh, the latest FDI survey by the Bangladesh Bank shows that 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, noting that reinvested earnings and inter-company loans were the primary drivers behind this notable growth.
Reinvested earnings increased significantly by 318.25 percent, reaching $434.10 million in 2025, compared to $103.79 million in 2024. Inter-company loans also saw a rise of 25.68 percent, amounting to $781.68 million from $621.96 million in the previous year. There was a modest growth of 1.84 percent in other areas, 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. BIDA Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury remarked that the 39.36 percent growth in net FDI is a positive indicator, especially as developing economies face 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. The global situation remains uncertain, but Bangladesh is intensifying its preparations to become more competitive in attracting larger investments in the future.