Johor has emerged as Malaysiaโs top investment destination in 2025, recording RM110.0 billion in approved investments, the highest among all states in the country.
According to the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Malaysia recorded a total of RM426.7 billion in approved investments in 2025, involving 8,390 projects that are expected to generate 244,902 new jobs nationwide.
The services sector contributed the largest share at RM281.3 billion (65.9%), followed by the manufacturing sector with RM131.3 billion (30.8%), while the primary sector recorded RM14.2 billion (3.3%).
In terms of investment sources, Domestic Direct Investment (DDI) accounted for RM219.6 billion (51.5%), while Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) contributed RM207.1 billion (48.5%), reflecting strong confidence from both local and international investors in Malaysiaโs economic prospects.
Among foreign investors, the top contributing countries were Singapore (RM58.3 billion), China (RM58.0 billion), the United States (RM15.1 billion), Japan (RM7.6 billion) and Hong Kong SAR (RM7.1 billion).
Among Malaysian states, Johor leads the investment ranking, followed by Selangor (RM83.9 billion), W.P. Kuala Lumpur (RM63.3 billion), Pulau Pinang (RM32.9 billion) and Kedah (RM27.8 billion).
Johorโs strong performance reflects its rapid economic progress, supported by expanding industrial ecosystems, strategic infrastructure development and its position within the JohorโSingapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
With continued momentum in high-impact investments and the development of major economic initiatives, Johor continues to strengthen its position as Malaysiaโs most dynamic and competitive investment hub.
Source: Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
