Kazakhstan Soars in Investment Rating, Experts Explain Why

Kazakhstan has significantly improved its standing in the Global Investment Risk and Resilience Index (GIRRI), climbing 17 positions to reach 53rd place by May 2026. This marks a substantial leap from its 70th position in October 2025, according to the analytical ranking developed by Henley & Partners.

The GIRRI assesses a country's attractiveness to international investors by evaluating its long-term resilience and real-time market risks. Kazakhstan's improved performance places it ahead of its Central Asian neighbors, with Uzbekistan ranking 81st, Kyrgyzstan 96th, and Tajikistan 97th. Analysts note that these shifts reflect global market reactions to recent geopolitical volatility.

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Since the ranking is comparative, a country's position depends not only on its own indicators but also on changes in economic, financial, and geopolitical risks in other states.

Meruert Manapova, a Senior Expert at the Trade and Investment Policy Development Center, attributes Kazakhstan's rise to a combination of domestic reforms and changes in the global landscape. "Since the ranking is comparative, a country's position depends not only on its own indicators but also on changes in economic, financial, and geopolitical risks in other states," Manapova explained. She emphasized that Kazakhstan's advancement is not accidental, citing the consistent implementation of risk-mitigation tools for investors.

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At the end of 2025, the Investment Policy Concept until 2030 was approved. It involves removing administrative barriers, increasing regional accountability, developing necessary infrastructure, and creating the Kazakhstan Investment House for comprehensive project support.

These tools include the Investment Headquarters, the National Digital Investment Platform, investment agreements, and a "one-stop-shop" for business support. Furthermore, Kazakhstan approved its Investment Policy Concept until 2030, which aims to reduce administrative barriers, enhance regional accountability, develop infrastructure, and establish the Kazakhstan Investment House for comprehensive project support.

Manapova believes that the improved ranking will positively influence investor decisions. "The rise in Kazakhstan's position fosters increased interest in the country, strengthens trust from international companies and financial organizations, and validates the effectiveness of reforms aimed at improving the investment climate," she stated. This, combined with government support measures, can serve as a crucial factor for companies considering capital investment, new projects, or production expansion in Kazakhstan.

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The rise in Kazakhstan's position fosters increased interest in the country, strengthens trust from international companies and financial organizations, and validates the effectiveness of reforms aimed at improving the investment climate.