MANILA — Foreign direct investments (FDIs) in the Philippines posted net inflows of US$642 million in October 2025, with Japan emerging as the top source of investments, the Philippine government reported.

Corporations engaged in financial and insurance activities were the biggest recipients of FDI during the month.

On a cumulative basis, FDI net inflows reached US$6.2 billion from January to October 2025.

For the first ten months of 2025, equity capital placements were primarily sourced from Japan, the United States, and Singapore. Industries that received the largest share of these investments included manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, and real estate.