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China's Outbound Investment Flows Climb 11.1% in 2025

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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What happened

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China's outbound direct investment flows climbed 11.1 percent in 2025, totaling $213.58 billion. The total investment stock stands at $3.4 trillion, making up 7.4 percent of global outward investment. Investment is concentrated in leasing, wholesale and retail trade, manufacturing, and finance, with capital expanding into green and low-carbon sectors.

From globaltimes.cn

Why it matters

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Chinese companies' global footprint and deeper integration into world economies have sharpened their competitiveness and fueled industrial growth in host economies. This investment also helps underpin the stability and security of global supply chains.

From globaltimes.cn

Who's involved

  • KenyaA host economy that could receive Chinese investment flows
  • BangladeshA host economy that could receive Chinese investment flows

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • KenyaSpeculative

    Might experience increased industrial growth and structural change from Chinese investment flows

  • BangladeshSpeculative

    Could see increased industrial growth and economic stability from Chinese investment flows

Coverage

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