Foreign direct investment into Türkiye rises 35% to $11.6 billion

Türkiye's economy drew $11.6 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) from January through October 2025, representing a substantial 35% increase compared to the same period last year. The latest data, released by the International Investors Association (YASED), underscores sustained international confidence, bringing total FDI inflows since 2002 above $285 billion.

Leading source countries and monthly trends

The Netherlands emerged as the top investor over the ten-month span, channeling $2.8 billion into the Turkish economy. Kazakhstan and Luxembourg followed, each with investments of $1.1 billion. In October alone, FDI inflows reached $128 million, with European Union nations accounting for a dominant 82% share. France led that month with a 35% portion, ahead of the Netherlands and Germany.

Sectoral distribution of investment capital

The transportation and storage sector attracted the largest share of equity capital in October, receiving $199 million, or 35% of the total. Wholesale and retail trade was the second-most popular sector, followed by energy production and distribution. For the cumulative ten-month period, wholesale and retail trade attracted the highest volume at $2.8 billion, with food manufacturing and information technologies each drawing around $1.2 billion.

Broader context and investment composition

While equity inflows, including real estate purchases by foreign nationals, contributed positively, the overall October FDI figure was offset by divestments and debt repayments. The strong performance highlights Türkiye's continued appeal as an investment destination within emerging markets, with strategic sectors like logistics, trade, and technology capturing significant foreign capital.