CLIn 2025, Chile ranked third in Latin America for receiving foreign direct investment (FDI), behind Brazil and Mexico. According to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the region received $194.233 billion in FDI, representing a 1.7% increase compared to 2024, though results varied by country and sector. Most South American and Central American countries saw higher investments, while the Caribbean experienced mixed dynamics. Brazil accounted for 40% of the total ($77.676 billion), followed by Mexico with 22% ($43.221 billion). Chile received $14.152 billion in FDI, up 13% from 2024, driven mainly by reinvestment of profits (60% of the total), which increased by 21.7%. Capital contributions decreased by 11.7%, while intercompany loans showed high volatility but turned positive in 2025. The energy sector, particularly solar power, was the most prominent area for investment, exceeding $3.1 billion, followed by mining projects related to lithium development.
Bias read (Center): The article presents economic data and analysis from ECLAC, focusing on FDI trends across Latin America. It provides factual figures and contextualizes them without overtly favoring any political stance or ideology. The language remains neutral, emphasizing statistical findings and sector-specific F
