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Oman Investment Authority's Stellar Performance in 2025

The Oman Investment Authority (OIA), the sovereign wealth fund of the Sultanate of Oman, has announced an unprecedented annual performance for the year 2025. With a reported profit of approximately $7.8 billion and a capital return of 14.6%, the OIA has solidified its position as one of the top performing sovereign funds globally according to SWF Global. This impressive outcome places the OIA third among sovereign funds in global capital returns, and it ranks first in returns from public markets.

In total, the OIA's assets reached about $60 billion by the end of 2025. Notably, every dollar held by the authority in 2020 has grown by around 73% by the end of 2025, highlighting remarkable portfolio appreciation. While sovereign funds are typically evaluated by their size, the OIA's results have aligned it with state investors who attract attention not only for their performance but also for their governance and returns from public markets.

The OIA surpassed its approved annual performance indicators by 105%, a clear testament to disciplined asset management, higher public market returns, and the restructuring of state assets into more economically-focused enterprises. These results emerge as Oman actively works to enhance its economic standing beyond hydrocarbons while expanding its role in international capital markets.

In 2025, the fund attracted approximately $4.1 billion in foreign direct investments, reinforcing its status as a hub for global capital in Oman’s focus sectors. A significant part of the OIA's 2025 strategy involves reshaping its portfolio. Following the acquisition of several state companies in 2020, the authority has sought to improve the operational and financial performance of its entire portfolio, enhance profitability, and increase efficiency. These restructuring efforts have resulted in numerous portfolio companies returning to profitability, thereby enhancing asset quality and supporting the authority's divestiture program.

Furthermore, the OIA repaid approximately $2.4 billion in debts of its subsidiaries, further strengthening balance sheets and facilitating a shift toward more economically driven models. Launched in 2022, the divestiture program aims to release capital and maximize returns, achieving 24 divestitures by the end of 2025 and generating over $7.3 billion for reinvestment into new opportunities.

Today, the OIA’s portfolio spans across more than 52 countries, reflecting a strategy that aims to balance domestic engagement with global diversification. Nearly two-thirds of the investments are directed toward Oman, while the remainder is allocated to key international markets, including 19% in North America, 9% in Europe, 4% in the Asia-Pacific region, and 7% across other global markets.

The performance of the OIA in 2025 also signifies an overall improvement in governance and transparency related to Oman’s state assets. International institutions, including the World Bank, have recognized Oman’s progress in enhancing the management and oversight of state-owned enterprises, with the OIA ranking third among sovereign funds globally. This recognition bolsters the fund's credibility among international investors as Oman seeks to attract long-term capital and expand its role in global investment flows.

With record gains, leading public market performance, and improved governance, the results from the authority for 2025 indicate a comprehensive transformation in Oman’s economic model. This shift emphasizes the use of state resources to achieve returns, attract foreign investments, restructure state assets, and build a more internationally connected investment platform.

For more information, contact the OIA Press Office at +968 92278104 or via email at [email protected]. Visit www.oia.gov.om for additional details.