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Oman Investment Authority's Remarkable 2025 Performance

The Oman Investment Authority (OIA), the sovereign wealth fund of the Sultanate of Oman, has experienced unprecedented success in 2025, recording a substantial $7.8 billion in profit and an impressive 14.6% return on investment (ROI). This remarkable achievement not only highlights OIA's strength but also positions it among the best-performing sovereign funds in the world.

A Ranking Among the Best

According to SWF Global, OIA ranked third globally for sovereign funds in terms of ROI and first for public market returns in 2025. Such performance enhances Oman's stature in the global sovereign investment ecosystem, particularly as Gulf funds increasingly influence private equity, infrastructure projects, energy transition, logistics, technology, and strategic industries.

OIA's total assets reached approximately $60 billion by the end of 2025, demonstrating a cumulative growth of about 73% since 2020. This increase reflects the significant value creation across OIA's diversified portfolio.

Exceptional Management and Oversight

While large sovereign funds are often evaluated based on their size, OIA distinguishes itself through its governance, performance, and public market returns. In 2025, OIA surpassed its performance benchmarks by 105%, achieved through disciplined asset management, superior public market returns, and the restructuring of state-owned assets to focus on more profitable enterprises.

This stellar performance comes at a time when Oman is eager to enhance its economic position beyond hydrocarbons and solidify its role in the global capital flows. Notably, the fund attracted approximately $4.1 billion in foreign direct investment during the year, underscoring its role as a conduit for global capital into Oman's priority sectors.

Transforming the Portfolio

A significant focus in 2025 has been the transformation of OIA's portfolio. Since acquiring various public enterprises in 2020, OIA has worked diligently to improve operational efficiencies and financial performance across its holdings. Restructuring initiatives have revitalized several portfolio companies, enhancing profitability, improving asset quality, and bolstering OIA's divestment strategy.

OIA has repaid about $2.4 billion in debts across its subsidiaries, strengthening balance sheets and promoting transitions toward more commercial models. Launched in 2022, the divestment program aims to recycle capital and maximize returns, and by the end of 2025, OIA executed 24 divestments, generating over $7.3 billion for reinvestment in novel opportunities.

Today, OIA's portfolio spans over 52 countries, reflecting a strategy to balance national exposure with global diversification. Almost two-thirds of its investments are based in Oman, with the remainder allocated to key international markets: 19% in North America, 9% in Europe, 4% in Asia-Pacific, and 7% in other global locations.

Recognized Governance Enhancements

OIA's 2025 results also highlight growing advancements in governance and transparency concerning Oman's state-owned assets. Global institutions, including the World Bank, have acknowledged the strides made by Oman in enhancing the management and oversight of public enterprises. With OIA ranking third among sovereign funds, the credibility of the fund is markedly strengthened, facilitating the attraction of long-term capital and enhancing its role in global investment flows.

With record profits, leading public market performances, and robust governance credentials, the 2025 outcomes signal a broader economic transformation in Oman. They indicate a commitment to utilizing sovereign capital to generate returns, attract foreign investment, restructure state assets, and develop a more internationally connected investment platform.

For more information, contact the OIA press office:

• - Phone: +968 92278104
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: www.oia.gov.om