Istanbul — Türkiye received $716 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in January 2026, according to data compiled from the country’s balance of payments statistics.
The figures were published in the “International Direct Investments Bulletin” prepared by the International Investors Association (YASED), based on data released by the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye.
With the latest inflow, the total amount of FDI entering Türkiye since 2003 reached approximately $289 billion, reflecting the country’s long-term attraction for international investors.
Composition of Investments
Of the $716 million in foreign direct investment recorded in January:
- $390 million came in the form of equity capital investments
- $417 million was recorded through debt instruments
- $163 million resulted from real estate sales to foreign nationals
Investment liquidations during the same period had a negative impact of $254 million, bringing the net FDI inflow for the month to $716 million.
Leading Sectors
Among the $390 million equity capital investments, the largest share went to:
- Professional, scientific and technical activities, with $126 million, accounting for 32% of the total
- Wholesale and retail trade, with a 22% share
- Financial and insurance activities, with a 9% share
Main Source Countries
European Union countries remained the largest investors in Türkiye. In January 2026, EU member states accounted for 77% of total foreign investment in the country.
By country, the leading investors were:
- Germany – 37%
- Netherlands – 24%
- United Arab Emirates – 8%
- Sweden – 5%
- Spain – 4%
The data highlights the continued dominance of European investors in Türkiye’s investment landscape, while also reflecting interest from Middle Eastern and Nordic countries.
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Source: Patronlar Dünyası/ Prepared by: İlayda Gök