Western Australia remains well positioned to attract long-term investment, even as global capital becomes more selective, according to CCIWA’s Business Strategy 2026 report.
WA’s robust economy and stable governance continue to underpin its international appeal. However, success is increasingly tied to how efficiently capital can be converted into productive, growth-enabling outcomes.
Rather than competing on cost alone, WA’s investment proposition is built on stability, scale and strategic relevance. Its track record delivering large, complex projects across resources, energy and infrastructure continues to support investor confidence, while creating opportunities for local businesses to attract capital, partnerships and expansion.
“In an increasingly uncertain global environment, investors are placing a premium on stability, transparency and execution capability – and those are areas where Western Australia continues to perform strongly,” says CCIWA Head of International Trade Services Michael Carter.
“The WA Investments platform is one example of this, having garnered 112,000 views since launching in May 2023 and it now showcases over $7 billion in investment-ready projects across 11 industry sectors.”
Emerging investment trends shaping Western Australia
Business Strategy 2026 highlights a clear shift in global investment behaviour, driven by trade fragmentation, supply chain realignment and national security considerations. At the same time, the energy transition, rapid digitalisation and increased defence spending are opening new investment pathways.
WA is well positioned to benefit from these trends. Its proximity to fast-growing Indo-Pacific markets, combined with its role in critical minerals, energy and industrial supply chains, positions the State as a reliable partner for investors looking for resilience, diversification and long-term demand.
Digital infrastructure is also a key growth area, with increasing interest in data centres, automation and technology-enabled industries that support mining, energy and advanced manufacturing.
Priority investment opportunities
For investors, WA offers a strong pipeline across priority sectors, including renewable energy and industrial decarbonisation, critical minerals and downstream processing, transport and logistics infrastructure, defence and advanced manufacturing, and digital and data-driven industries.
For WA businesses, this translates into opportunities to attract capital, from joint ventures and scale into global markets.
As competition for capital intensifies, Carter says investment readiness is becoming a decisive factor.
“WA businesses that can demonstrate global relevance, scalability and strong fundamentals are well placed to attract both domestic and international investment,” he says.
Policy settings that matter
Policy settings and regulatory efficiency remain central to investor decision-making. Business Strategy 2026 highlights the importance of faster approvals, clearer policy signals and better coordinated infrastructure planning to convert interest into activity.
Looking ahead
As global investment patterns evolve, WA’s stability, scale and strategic relevance remain key strengths.
With the right policy settings and a continued focus on project execution and investment readiness, WA is well placed to attract the capital needed to drive the next phase of growth.
