According to the concept of socio-economic development and the forecast figures of Azerbaijan for 2018 and next 3 years, this figure was formed by direct investments towards abroad ($2,573,600,000), portfolio investments (-$44.3 million), derivative financial instruments (-$0.7 million) and other investments ($4,715,800,000).
Net financial liabilities amounted to $4.5 billion, which were formed by direct foreign investments ($4,499,600,000), portfolio investments ($443.6 million), other investments (-$460.3 million).
Reserve assets declined $539.2 million.