Key information about Brazil Foreign Direct Investment: % of GDP

• Brazil Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) registered a growth equal to 2.9 % of the country's Nominal GDP in Dec 2024, compared with a growth equal to 3.3 % in the previous quarter.
• Brazil Foreign Direct Investment: % of Nominal GDP data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 1995 to Dec 2024.
• The data reached an all-time high of 6.0 % in Dec 2000 and a record low 0.3 % in Mar 1995.

• In the latest reports of Brazil, Current Account recorded a deficit of 8.7 USD bn in Jan 2025.
• Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased by 5.4 USD bn in May 2023.
• Brazil Direct Investment Abroad expanded by 4.2 USD bn in Jan 2025.
• Its Foreign Portfolio Investment fell by 2.4 USD bn in Dec 2024.
• The country's Nominal GDP was reported at 491.3 USD bn in Mar 2023.

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP) in Brazil was reported at 3.261 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Brazil - Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Foreign Direct Investment in Brazil increased by 8320 USD Million in July of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Brazil Foreign Direct Investment - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Brazil data was reported at -13,488.596 USD th in Dec 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 117,786.029 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 26,729.573 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 104 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 678,345.665 USD th in Sep 2015 and a record low of -292,884.365 USD th in Mar 2017. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

Foreign direct investment, net (BoP, current US$) in Brazil was reported at --46751213310 USD in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Brazil - Foreign direct investment, net (BoP, current US$) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

Brazil BR: BOP: Financial Account: Foreign Direct Investment: Net Inflows data was reported at 71.070 USD bn in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 62.442 USD bn for 2023. Brazil BR: BOP: Financial Account: Foreign Direct Investment: Net Inflows data is updated yearly, averaging 12.552 USD bn from Dec 1970 (Median) to 2024, with 55 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 102.427 USD bn in 2011 and a record low of 345.000 USD mn in 1986. Brazil BR: BOP: Financial Account: Foreign Direct Investment: Net Inflows data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Brazil – Table BR.World Bank.WDI: Balance of Payments: Capital and Financial Account. Foreign direct investment refers to direct investment equity flows in the reporting economy. It is the sum of equity capital, reinvestment of earnings, and other capital. Direct investment is a category of cross-border investment associated with a resident in one economy having control or a significant degree of influence on the management of an enterprise that is resident in another economy. Ownership of 10 percent or more of the ordinary shares of voting stock is the criterion for determining the existence of a direct investment relationship. Data are in current U.S. dollars.;International Monetary Fund, Balance of Payments database, supplemented by data from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and official national sources.;Sum;Note: Data starting from 2005 are based on the sixth edition of the IMF's Balance of Payments Manual (BPM6).

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (BoP, current US$) in Brazil was reported at 71069846845 USD in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Brazil - Foreign direct investment, net inflows (BoP, current US$) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Key information about Brazil Direct Investment Abroad

• Brazil Direct Investment Abroad expanded by 4.2 USD bn in Jan 2025, compared with a growth of 3.1 USD bn in the previous month.
• Brazil Direct Investment Abroad: USD mn data is updated monthly.
• It is available from Jan 1995 to Jan 2025 and averaged 483.4 USD mn throughout the period.
• The data reached an all-time high of 15.1 USD bn in Oct 2006 and a record low of -6.6 USD bn in May 2020.

• In the latest reports of Brazil, Current Account recorded a deficit of 8.7 USD bn in Jan 2025.
• Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased by 5.4 USD bn in May 2023.
• Its Foreign Portfolio Investment fell by 2.4 USD bn in Dec 2024.
• The country's Nominal GDP was reported at 491.3 USD bn in Mar 2023.

Foreign direct investment, net outflows (BoP, current US$) in Brazil was reported at 24318633535 USD in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Brazil - Foreign direct investment, net outflows (BoP, current US$) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Key information about Brazil Foreign Portfolio Investment

• Brazil Foreign Portfolio Investment fell by 2.448 USD bn in Dec 2024, compared with an increase of 7.464 USD bn in the previous quarter.
• Brazil Foreign Portfolio Investment: USD mn data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 1995 to Dec 2024.
• The data reached an all-time high of 25.278 USD bn in Dec 2010 and a record low of -21.706 USD bn in Mar 2020.

• In the latest reports of Brazil, Current Account recorded a deficit of 8.655 USD bn in Jan 2025.
• Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased by 5.380 USD bn in May 2023.
• Brazil Direct Investment Abroad expanded by 4.208 USD bn in Jan 2025.
• The country's Nominal GDP was reported at 491.315 USD bn in Mar 2023.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Other Services excl Government Services: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Other Services excl Government Services: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 93 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024 and a record low of 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Other Services excl Government Services: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Educational Services: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Educational Services: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 88 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024 and a record low of 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Educational Services: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

The Latin American office real estate market, encompassing key nations like Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Chile, exhibits robust growth potential. Driven by expanding economies, increasing urbanization, and a burgeoning technology sector, the market is projected to maintain a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) exceeding 5.5% from 2025 to 2033. Significant investments in infrastructure and a rise in foreign direct investment further fuel this expansion. However, economic volatility in certain regions and potential regulatory hurdles pose challenges. The market segmentation reveals Brazil and Mexico as leading contributors to overall market size, benefiting from robust economic activity and substantial corporate presence. Colombia and Chile also contribute significantly, with a growth trajectory closely linked to their respective economic performance and attractiveness to international businesses. While precise market sizing for 2025 is unavailable, leveraging the provided CAGR and assuming a 2024 market size of approximately $100 billion USD (a plausible estimate considering the scale of the economies involved), the market size for 2025 can be estimated to be around $105.5 billion USD. This growth is expected to continue, with further expansion fueled by the increasing demand for modern and sustainable office spaces, particularly in major metropolitan areas. Competition among major players like CBRE Group, Cushman & Wakefield, and local firms such as OAS S.A. and Andrade Gutierrez S.A., is intensifying, leading to innovation in design, technology integration, and sustainable building practices. The market is also witnessing increased adoption of flexible workspaces and co-working models, catering to evolving corporate needs. This demand for flexible solutions is likely to drive further investment and growth in specific segments of the market. Long-term prospects remain positive, though careful consideration of macroeconomic factors and localized market conditions is crucial for successful investment and strategic planning. The forecast period from 2025 to 2033 presents lucrative opportunities, particularly for companies offering innovative and sustainable solutions tailored to the specific needs of different markets within Latin America. Recent developments include: June 2022: Patria Investments ('Patria'), a global alternative asset manager, acquired VBI Real Estate ('VBI'), one of the top independent alternative real estate asset managers in Brazil, with approximately USD 75 Million in assets under management across both development and core real estate vehicles. The transaction is structured in two stages, the first of which entails the acquisition of 50% of VBI by Patria. The second stage, when closed, will lead to full ownership and integration of VBI to Patria's platform, January 2022: Brazilian real estate group SYN Prop e Tech has enlisted US firm Paul Hastings LLP and local firm Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados to sell its stake in a portfolio of office buildings in São Paulo to Canadian asset management fund Brookfield for 1.8 billion reais (USD 318 million).. Notable trends are: Demand for Grade-A Offices, Co-working Offices to Rise.

FDI: New: Brazil data was reported at 170.250 USD th in Dec 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,242.810 USD th for Sep 2024. FDI: New: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 8,669.909 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 104 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 442,924.206 USD th in Dec 2021 and a record low of -20,497.355 USD th in Dec 2017. FDI: New: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O008: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country and Type of Investment.

Ukraine (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Flow: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD mn in Mar 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD mn for Jun 2023. Ukraine (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Flow: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD mn from Mar 2019 (Median) to Mar 2024, with 10 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.181 USD mn in Mar 2021 and a record low of 0.000 USD mn in Mar 2024. Ukraine (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Flow: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Bank of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.O005: Foreign Direct Investment: Flows: by Countries.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Information in Mass Media Services: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD th in Sep 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Jun 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Information in Mass Media Services: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Sep 2024, with 63 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4,870.688 USD th in Jun 2002 and a record low of 0.000 USD th in Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Information in Mass Media Services: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Real Estate, Personal Rental & Intangible Assets: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Real Estate, Personal Rental & Intangible Assets: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 78 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 608.765 USD th in Sep 2005 and a record low of 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Real Estate, Personal Rental & Intangible Assets: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Commerce: Brazil data was reported at 0.000 USD th in Dec 2024. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Commerce: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 8.018 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 101 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8,210.352 USD th in Dec 2000 and a record low of -1,790.455 USD th in Dec 2007. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Commerce: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Reinvestment: Brazil data was reported at -25,347.159 USD th in Dec 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.000 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Reinvestment: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 101 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 324,212.558 USD th in Mar 2023 and a record low of -51,208.082 USD th in Dec 2022. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Reinvestment: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O008: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country and Type of Investment.

Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Manufacturing: Brazil data was reported at -14,333.359 USD th in Dec 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 114,777.312 USD th for Sep 2024. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Manufacturing: Brazil data is updated quarterly, averaging 9,394.069 USD th from Mar 1999 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 104 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 678,265.068 USD th in Sep 2015 and a record low of -636,434.423 USD th in Dec 2022. Mexico (FDI) Foreign Direct Investment: Manufacturing: Brazil data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.O007: Foreign Direct Investments: by Country.