China’s overall FDI falls 5.3% but high-tech investment surges 35.1% in Jan–Aug
China’s actual utilized foreign investment fell 5.3% year-on-year to 479.95 billion yuan in the first eight months of 2026, while high-tech industry FDI surged 35.1% to 200.26 billion yuan, accounting for 41.7% of total FDI. Within high-tech, R&D services rose 74%, technology commercialization services 64.2%, and electronic equipment manufacturing 41.9%. Investment from France, Switzerland, and South Korea grew significantly.
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China's High-Tech FDI Surges Over 30% as Foreign Capital Accelerates Into New Economy Sectors
According to CCTV News and data released by China's Ministry of Commerce, foreign direct investment (FDI) in China's high-tech industries grew by more than 30% year-on-year in the first eight months of the year, accounting for over 40% of total FDI. Within this, R&D and design services saw a 74% increase, technology commercialization services rose 64.2%, and electronics and communications equipment manufacturing grew 41.9%. Morgan Stanley and other foreign institutions believe that China's economy is transitioning to an innovation-driven model, with long-term structural opportunities in sectors such as artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and energy transition.
China's Foreign Investment Falls 5.3% in First Eight Months, High-Tech Sector Surges 35.1%
According to data released by China's Ministry of Commerce on September 18, 2026, the country attracted 4799.5 billion yuan in actual foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first eight months of the year, a decrease of 5.3% year-on-year. However, the number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises rose slightly by 0.3% to 42,582. The manufacturing sector received 1195.5 billion yuan, while the services sector attracted 3504.2 billion yuan. Notably, investment in high-tech industries reached 2002.6 billion yuan, a sharp increase of 35.1%, accounting for 41.7% of total FDI, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Within high-tech sectors, research and design services surged 74%, technology commercialization services grew 64.2%, and electronics and communications equipment manufacturing rose 41.9%. By source country, actual investment from France increased 39.2%, Switzerland 16.7%, and South Korea 16.5% (including data via free ports). The report was compiled by Xinhua reporter Xie Xiyao.
Read sourceChina's Actual Use of Foreign Capital Falls 5.3% in First Eight Months of 2026
According to data released by China's Ministry of Commerce on August 18, 2026, the actual use of foreign capital in China from January to August 2026 totaled 4799.5 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.3%. During this period, 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises were established, a slight increase of 0.3%. By industry, the manufacturing sector attracted 1195.5 billion yuan in foreign investment, while the service sector received 3504.2 billion yuan. Notably, investment in high-tech industries reached 2002.6 billion yuan, surging 35.1% year-on-year and accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Within high-tech sectors, research and design services, technology achievement transformation services, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing saw foreign investment increases of 74%, 64.2%, and 41.9%, respectively. By source country, actual investment from France, Switzerland, and South Korea grew by 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5% respectively (including data via free ports). The report was originally published by Xinhua News Agency.
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New Batch of Major Foreign Investment Projects Land in China, Targeting High-Tech Sectors
According to data from China's Ministry of Commerce, high-tech industries saw a 35.1% year-on-year increase in actual foreign investment in the first eight months of the year, accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Foreign capital is accelerating into new industries, with R&D and design services up 74%, technology commercialization up 64.2%, and electronics and communications equipment manufacturing up 41.9%. Morgan Stanley and other foreign institutions believe China's economy is transitioning to innovation-driven growth, with long-term structural opportunities in AI, advanced manufacturing, and energy transition. Recent major projects include Sew Eurodrive's over-10-billion-yuan smart manufacturing base in Foshan, Guangdong, and Tenneco's global innovation center in Kunshan, Jiangsu. In Jiaxing, Zhejiang, Würth Industry China spent over 160 million yuan to purchase its previously leased factory, citing over 25% growth this year and expecting domestic customers to reach 50% of its client base within three years.
Read sourceChina's High-Tech FDI Surges 35.1% in First Eight Months of 2024
According to the latest data from China's Ministry of Commerce, from January to August 2024, China saw 42,582 newly established foreign-invested enterprises, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%. Actual utilized foreign capital reached 479.95 billion yuan. The structure of foreign investment continued to optimize, with high-tech industries attracting 200.26 billion yuan in actual utilized foreign capital, a surge of 35.1% year-on-year. This accounted for 41.7% of total actual utilized foreign capital, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Within high-tech sectors, research and development services, technology achievement transformation services, and the manufacturing of electronic and communication equipment saw particularly rapid growth in foreign investment. By source country, actual investment from France and Switzerland grew significantly, increasing by 39.2% and 16.7% respectively.
China's High-Tech Industry Foreign Investment Surges 35.1% in First Eight Months of 2024
According to data released by China's Ministry of Commerce on September 19, 2024, the number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises in China from January to August reached 42,582, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%. However, actual utilized foreign capital totaled 479.95 billion yuan, a decrease of 5.3% compared to the same period last year. By sector, manufacturing attracted 119.55 billion yuan in foreign investment, while services attracted 350.42 billion yuan. Notably, the high-tech industry saw actual foreign investment of 200.26 billion yuan, a significant increase of 35.1% year-on-year, accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points from the previous year. Within high-tech sectors, research and design services, technology commercialization services, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing saw foreign investment growth of 74%, 64.2%, and 41.9%, respectively. By source country, actual investment from France, Switzerland, and South Korea increased by 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5%, respectively (including data via free ports).
Read sourceChina FDI falls 5.3% in Jan-Aug; high-tech investment surges over 35%
According to data from China's Ministry of Commerce, foreign direct investment (FDI) into China declined by 5.3% year-on-year during the first eight months of the year (January to August). However, investment in the high-tech industry bucked the overall trend, surging by more than 35% year-on-year over the same period. The figures, reported by Reuters via TradeAlpha, highlight a divergence in China's inbound investment landscape, with overall FDI weakening while high-tech sectors continue to attract strong capital inflows. The data provides a snapshot of foreign investor sentiment amid ongoing economic challenges and policy shifts in China.
Read sourceChina's Foreign Investment Falls 5.3% to 479.95 Billion Yuan in First Eight Months
According to the Ministry of Commerce, from January to August 2026, China saw 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises established, a 0.3% year-on-year increase. However, actual utilized foreign investment fell 5.3% to RMB 479.95 billion. By sector, manufacturing attracted RMB 119.55 billion, while services drew RMB 350.42 billion. High-tech industries received RMB 200.26 billion, surging 35.1% year-on-year and accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points. Within high-tech, R&D services rose 74%, technology transfer and commercialization services increased 64.2%, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing grew 41.9%. By source, investments from France, Switzerland, and South Korea rose 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5% respectively, including data on investments routed through free ports.
Read sourceChina's New Foreign-Invested Firms Rise 0.3% Jan-Aug 2026; High-Tech FDI Surges 35.1%
According to data published on the Ministry of Commerce website, from January to August 2026, China saw 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises established nationwide, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%. However, actual utilized foreign investment fell 5.3% year-on-year to RMB 479.95 billion. By sector, the manufacturing industry attracted RMB 119.55 billion, while the service industry attracted RMB 350.42 billion. Notably, high-tech industries received RMB 200.26 billion in actual utilized foreign investment, a sharp year-on-year increase of 35.1%, accounting for 41.7% of the national total, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Within high-tech sectors, investment in research and development (R&D) and design services grew 74%, technology transfer and commercialization services rose 64.2%, and manufacturing of electronic and communication equipment increased 41.9%. The data indicates a structural shift in foreign investment towards high-tech and innovation-driven sectors despite an overall decline in total utilized foreign capital.
Read sourceChina's Foreign Investment Falls 5.3% to 479.95 Billion Yuan in Jan-Aug 2026
According to a report on September 18, China attracted 479.95 billion yuan in actual utilized foreign investment from January to August 2026, a year-on-year decrease of 5.3%. The number of new foreign-invested enterprises rose slightly by 0.3% to 42,582. By sector, manufacturing drew 119.55 billion yuan, while services attracted 350.42 billion yuan. High-tech industries received 200.26 billion yuan, surging 35.1% year-on-year and accounting for 41.7% of total FDI, up 12.4 percentage points. Within high-tech, investment in R&D and design services grew 74%, technology transfer services rose 64.2%, and electronic/communication equipment manufacturing increased 41.9%. By source, actual investment from France, Switzerland, and South Korea rose 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5% respectively, including data on investments through free ports.
Read sourceChina's Foreign Investment Falls 5.3% to 479.95 Billion Yuan in First Eight Months of 2026
According to data from China's Ministry of Commerce, the country's actual utilized foreign investment reached 479.95 billion yuan in the first eight months of 2026, a year-on-year decrease of 5.3%. During this period, 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises were established, up 0.3% from the previous year. By sector, the manufacturing industry attracted 119.55 billion yuan, while the service sector drew 350.42 billion yuan. High-tech industries received 200.26 billion yuan, surging 35.1% year-on-year and accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, a rise of 12.4 percentage points. Within high-tech, research and development services saw a 74% increase, technology transfer and commercialization services rose 64.2%, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing grew 41.9%. By source, actual investment from France increased 39.2%, Switzerland 16.7%, and South Korea 16.5%, including data on investments made through free ports.
China's Foreign Capital Utilization Falls 5.3% to 479.95 Billion Yuan in First Eight Months of 2026
According to CCTV News, from January to August 2026, China saw 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises established, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%. However, actual utilized foreign investment totaled 479.95 billion yuan, down 5.3% year-on-year. By sector, manufacturing attracted 119.55 billion yuan, while services drew 350.42 billion yuan. High-tech industries received 200.26 billion yuan, surging 35.1% year-on-year, accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points from the same period last year. Within high-tech, R&D and design services grew 74%, technology transfer and commercialization services rose 64.2%, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing increased 41.9%. By source, investments from France, Switzerland, and South Korea grew 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5% respectively, including data on investments routed through free ports.
Read sourceChina's Foreign Capital Inflows Reach 479.95 Billion Yuan in First Eight Months of 2026
According to data from Tonghuashun Finance, China saw a total of 42,582 new foreign-invested enterprises established from January to August 2026, a year-on-year increase of 0.3%. However, actual utilized foreign investment fell to 479.95 billion yuan, a decrease of 5.3% compared to the same period last year. By sector, manufacturing attracted 119.55 billion yuan, while services received 350.42 billion yuan. High-tech industries were a bright spot, attracting 200.26 billion yuan, a 35.1% year-on-year increase, accounting for 41.7% of total foreign investment, up 12.4 percentage points. Within high-tech, R&D and design services saw a 74% surge, technology transfer and commercialization services grew 64.2%, and electronic and communication equipment manufacturing rose 41.9%. By source, investments from France, Switzerland, and South Korea increased by 39.2%, 16.7%, and 16.5%, respectively, including data on investments made through free ports.
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