🔥 Hot update: The Chinese mainland attracted ¥573.75 billion ($78.7 billion) in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first nine months of 2025. While this marks a 10.4% drop year on year, there’s more than meets the eye!
📈 Fresh faces on the scene: The number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises soared 16.2% to 48,921. These startups and ventures played a key role in offsetting the dip in actual capital use.
🚀 September rebound: After a slower start, September saw FDI jump 11.2% year on year—proof that global investors are still bullish.
🎯 Sector breakdown:
- Manufacturing: ¥150.09 billion
- Services: ¥410.93 billion
- High-tech industries: ¥170.84 billion (e-commerce services up 155.2%, aircraft and equipment manufacturing up 38.7%, medical equipment production up 17%)
🌍 Top investors vibe check: Japan led with a 55.5% increase, followed by the UAE (48.7%), the UK (21.1%), and Switzerland (19.7% including free ports).
With high-tech sectors shining and fresh enterprises on board, the Chinese mainland’s FDI landscape is evolving fast—definitely one to watch! 👀
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China draws $78.7 billion in foreign investment in first nine months
cgtn.com
