- The Sultanate of Oman has reinforced its position as one of the region’s fastest-rising economic and investment powers after the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) announced historic financial results for 2025, recording profits nearing OMR 3 billion in one of the strongest performances ever achieved by a sovereign wealth fund in the region. The remarkable results reflect the success of Oman’s long-term economic transformation strategy under Oman Vision 2040 and demonstrate the growing strength of the Sultanate’s investment ecosystem, sovereign asset management, and global economic partnerships. According to the official figures released by OIA, the Authority achieved profits amounting to approximately OMR 2.9 billion in 2025, while generating a five-year return on investment of 10.4%. The achievement placed OIA third globally among sovereign wealth funds in investment returns, according to the Global SWF rankings, while also securing first place worldwide in public market investment returns. The exceptional performance marks a major milestone in Oman’s economic diversification journey and highlights the effectiveness of OIA’s investment strategies across local and international markets. OIA’s total assets reached nearly OMR 23 billion by the end of 2025, while the Authority exceeded its approved annual performance targets by 105%, underlining the efficiency and resilience of its portfolio management approach despite global economic challenges. The Authority also contributed OMR 800 million to the State General Budget, with half of the amount allocated to Future Fund Oman, reinforcing the direct role sovereign investments play in supporting national development and fiscal sustainability. At the domestic level, OIA injected approximately OMR 2.4 billion into local projects across various strategic sectors, stimulating economic activity, supporting infrastructure development, and accelerating growth in line with Oman Vision 2040 objectives. The results also highlighted OIA’s growing role in employment generation and national talent development. Omanisation rates reached 91% within OIA itself, while Omanisation across OIA-owned companies stood at 79.4%, covering a workforce exceeding 41,000 employees. In addition, the Authority created 1,146 jobs during 2025, surpassing its annual target of 800 jobs. OIA also directed approximately OMR 287 million toward SMEs and local content initiatives, further strengthening entrepreneurship and private sector participation in the national economy. H.E. Sultan bin Salem Al Habsi, Minister of Finance and Chairman of OIA’s Board, stated that the Authority continued fulfilling its strategic national role in supporting Oman’s economy sustainably and efficiently throughout 2025. He emphasized that OIA remains committed to advancing economic diversification, strengthening partnerships with the private sector through Future Fund Oman, improving the performance of state-owned enterprises, and enhancing governance and operational efficiency in line with Oman Vision 2040. Meanwhile, H.E. Abdulsalam Al Murshidi, President of OIA, affirmed that the exceptional achievements reflect the institutional excellence of the Authority, the strength of its companies, and the competence of Omani talent leading these accomplishments. He noted that OIA continues to move forward with accelerated momentum toward maximizing investment returns, supporting sustainable economic growth, and creating long-term prosperity for future generations. One of the most significant aspects of OIA’s 2025 performance was the Authority’s global investment diversification strategy. OIA’s investment footprint now spans 52 countries worldwide, enhancing risk management capabilities while maximizing long-term returns and facilitating knowledge transfer to the Sultanate. Nearly two-thirds of OIA’s investments remain concentrated inside Oman, while North America accounts for 19% of investments, Europe 9%, Asia-Pacific markets 4%, and the remainder distributed across international markets. Beyond investment performance, OIA continued to play a central role in Oman’s economic diplomacy throughout 2025 by participating in major international state visits led by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The Authority participated in the Sultan’s official visit to the Netherlands, which resulted in the signing of several strategic agreements, including infrastructure and storage development projects in Duqm involving leading international companies. OIA also joined the state visit to Algeria, during which the establishment of the Algerian-Omani Investment Fund was announced, alongside participation in official discussions with Russian entities aimed at enhancing joint investments and bilateral economic cooperation. Additional investment agreements and partnerships were pursued in Spain, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Mongolia, and Hong Kong, covering sectors such as renewable energy, mining, agriculture, logistics, infrastructure, and technology. At the fund level, OIA’s National Development Fund achieved strong results, with total assets reaching approximately OMR 13.09 billion and profits amounting to OMR 1.8 billion, generating a return on investment of 15.87%. The Fund also supported the implementation of 14 national projects with investments exceeding OMR 450 million, projects expected to generate more than 1,300 jobs upon completion. Meanwhile, the Future Generations Fund reached a value of approximately OMR 8.57 billion and generated profits exceeding OMR 1 billion during 2025 while continuing to expand its international investment portfolio across diversified sectors and global markets. Future Fund Oman also maintained its role as a strategic catalyst for economic growth and private sector development. Since its launch, the Fund has received 668 investment applications and approved 186 projects with a combined estimated value of approximately OMR 1.7 billion. The Fund also contributed to attracting foreign investments worth approximately OMR 743 million, reflecting increasing global confidence in Oman’s investment climate and economic stability. OIA additionally continued implementing its divestment and capital recycling strategy launched in 2022. By the end of 2025, the Authority had completed 24 divestment transactions generating returns exceeding OMR 2.8 billion. These included IPOs, strategic partnerships, and asset sales involving several major companies and projects, such as Asyad Shipping Company, Oman Tower Company, and Sohar Sulphur Fertilizer Company. The Authority stated that the divestment program aims to enhance asset efficiency, attract foreign capital, empower the private sector, and redirect investments toward higher-value opportunities aligned with Oman’s long-term economic priorities. In the field of human capital development, OIA expanded specialized training and professional qualification programs, including the “Mutamad” certification initiative and “Nomou” Graduate Development Program. The Authority’s “Jadarah” talent platform also surpassed 120,000 registered users and contributed to creating more than 2,500 employment opportunities since its launch. OIA’s strong performance was further recognized through several institutional and digital excellence awards in 2025, including awards related to sustainable growth, cybersecurity, and digital transformation excellence. These achievements collectively reinforce Oman’s emergence as a leading regional investment destination and underline the growing global confidence in the Sultanate’s economic model under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. As Oman continues accelerating its diversification agenda, attracting international partnerships, and strengthening sovereign investment performance, the Sultanate appears increasingly positioned as one of the Middle East’s most stable and competitive economies for the future.
