Repatriation of profits and dividends from foreign investments in Pakistan rose to 1.626 billion dollars during July to January of fiscal year 2025-26, showing a 22.5 percent increase compared to 1.328 billion dollars in the same period last year, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan.
In January 2026 alone, profit repatriation stood at 118.9 million dollars. This was 33.9 percent higher than the previous month and 15.6 percent higher than January 2025, when the figure was recorded at 102.9 million dollars.
The power sector recorded the highest outflow during the first seven months of the fiscal year. Profit and dividend repatriation from this sector reached 400.2 million dollars, reflecting a sharp 106 percent increase compared to the previous year.
The financial business sector ranked second, with total repatriations of 371.3 million dollars during the same period. The food sector was the third largest contributor, with outflows of 142.4 million dollars.
The increase in repatriation reflects improved profit realization by foreign investors operating in Pakistan, particularly in key sectors such as energy and financial services.
