Kosovo, large increase in foreign investments in 2025 - They increased by 30%, reaching 1.03 billion euros
Kosovo is marking an important moment in economic development, positioning itself as a leader in the Balkan region for the growth of Foreign Direct Investment during 2025. The latest comparative data with 2024 show a strong upward trend, reflecting the improvement of the business climate, institutional stability and increased confidence of international investors.
In 2025, foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in the Balkans have shown mixed developments, with some countries experiencing significant growth, while others have experienced sharp declines.
The data places Kosovo on the map of dynamic economies in the region, reflecting a growing trend of international investor confidence.
Kosovo is the regional leader in investment growth, with 30% and a total value of 1.03 billion euros. It is followed by Slovenia with +19% (1.44 billion euros), and Montenegro with +8% (531 million euros).
Meanwhile, some of the region's largest economies have suffered significant declines.
Serbia recorded a contraction of -51%, with investments reaching 2.27 billion euros. North Macedonia also recorded the largest percentage drop, -61% with only 468 million euros of investments.
Croatia also recorded a decrease of -37% (2.63 billion euros), while Bosnia and Herzegovina recorded -25% (537 million euros, for the period January–September 2025).
At the same time, Albania has maintained a modest growth of +3%, reaching 1.63 billion euros in foreign direct investment.
This data shows a shift in investor interest towards some smaller markets, as the region's traditional economies are facing challenges in attracting foreign capital.
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