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South AfricaSouth Africa FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) fell to -0.51 Percent in December 2025
World BankYearlyReleased December 2025
South Africa FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) fell to -0.51 Percent in December 2025, down 1.09 Percent from November's 0.58 Percent reading.
Latest Release
-0.505823
Actual
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Consensus
0.580892
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THE RELEASE
FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) (South Africa) was reported at -0.51 Percent in December 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of 0.58 Percent. This is classified as a high-impact indicator released on a yearly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. In December readings over the past 3 years, FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) has averaged 0.36 Percent.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Balance of Trade (Oct 30).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2025.
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FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) - ZA
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About FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) — South Africa
DEFINITION
South Africa's FDI Net Inflows (% of GDP) fell to -0.505823 in December 2025, a sharp reversal from November 2024's 0.580892. This marks a significant contraction in foreign direct investment, shifting from positive inflows to net outflows. The decline underscores mounting challenges for South Africa's investment climate amid ongoing economic pressures. Updated 8/1/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Aggregate growth figures anchor cyclical positioning across asset classes and inform fiscal and monetary policy debate. Surprises against consensus typically move rates and currencies on release. Released annually.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially higher reading versus the latest print. Current dynamics are the primary tailwind in the projection.
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