Global greenfield foreign direct investment shifted heavily toward digital infrastructure and energy in the first half of 2026, driven by massive capital allocation across major industrial sectors.
Communications led all industries by a wide margin, securing $139.3 billion in capital expenditure between January and June.
Renewable energy claimed the second spot with $73.3 billion, nearly double the $44.7 billion attracted by traditional energy sources like coal, oil, and gas.
Tech hardware and infrastructure also commanded significant international investment. The semiconductor sector pulled in $38.8 billion, reflecting sustained global demand for advanced computing components.
Further down, electronic components tied with software & IT services, each generating $13.7 billion in capital commitments.
Logistics and property development maintained steady funding levels. Transportation & warehousing recorded $24.9 billion, closely followed by real estate at $23.9 billion and metals at $23.7 billion.
Industrial equipment rounded out the top listings with $14.6 billion in international capital investments.
The figures underscore a strong focus on connectivity, clean energy, and hardware manufacturing as key destinations for cross-border capital during the six months.
