The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reported on a meeting between Governor Héctor Valdez Albizu and the board of the Foreign Investment Association (ASIEX), reviewing recent economic performance and factors supporting the country’s attractiveness for foreign direct investment amid international uncertainty. The governor said foreign direct investment totalled USD 1,329 million in January to March 2025 and is expected to exceed USD 4,700 million by year-end, supporting relative exchange-rate stability and an “adequate” level of international reserves. Reserves reached USD 14,643.6 million at end-May, equivalent to 11.6% of GDP and 5.4 months of imports, above the threshold recommended by the International Monetary Fund. The May 2025 monthly economic activity indicator (IMAE) expanded 3.1% year-on-year versus 1.7% in April; the BCRD’s current projections put 2025 GDP growth at 3.5% to 4.0%, inflation within the 4% ± 1% target range, and the current account deficit below 3% of GDP, fully covered by foreign direct investment. Remittances rose 11.9% year-on-year to USD 4,903.0 million in January to May, while exports increased 9.8% to USD 6,130.4 million over the same period.
Central Bank of the Dominican Republic 2025-07-02
Central Bank of the Dominican Republic briefs foreign investors on USD 1,329 million Q1 FDI and its 2025 macro outlook
The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic reported foreign direct investment reached USD 1,329 million in Q1 2025 and is projected to exceed USD 4,700 million by year-end, supporting exchange-rate stability and international reserves. The May economic activity indicator expanded 3.1% year-on-year, with GDP growth forecasted at 3.5% to 4.0% for 2025. Remittances and exports rose significantly, contributing to a current account deficit below 3% of GDP, fully covered by foreign direct investment.