FIA reveal decade-high financial results

The FIA has recorded its best financial performance in 10 years, with an operating profit of €6.7 million for fiscal year (FY) 2025, marking a 43% year-on-year increase and a dramatic turnaround from the €24 million operating loss posted in 2021.

Operating revenue reached €191.7 million, a 75% rise since FY2021, building on the federation's return to profitability in FY2024. 

The results reflect the ongoing financial transformation under FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem since his election four years ago, driven by stronger commercial strategy, improved cost discipline, and tighter financial oversight.

A landmark long-term contract extension with Formula E Holdings Limited generated an exceptional gain of €20 million, while the FIA's World Rally Championship and World Endurance Championship also delivered strong commercial performances. 

The FIA commercial department, established in 2023, launched a Global Partner Programme securing deals with DHL, Rolex, Hankook, AlphaTauri, Siemens, and Tomorrow.io.

Since 2022, more than €20 million has been reinvested into initiatives including a new officials department and the safe mobility 4 all and 4 life programme. 

The FIA's headcount grew 14% to 308 permanent employees in 2025, and the federation opened its first London office to strengthen its international reach.

On the sporting side, the signing of the concorde governance agreement with the Formula 1 group established a structured governance model for the sport. 

The inaugural FIA Karting Arrive and Drive World Cup in Malaysia attracted over 100 competitors from 50 countries, recording the highest percentage of female competitors in any FIA Karting championship to date.

The smart driving challenge, which uses AI-powered analysis to promote safer driving, reached participants in nearly 100 countries throughout the year.

No financial debt was reported, with its balance sheet being made up of 73% cash or cash equivalent. 

"Six months into my second term as FIA President, I remain committed to ensuring a profitable and financially sustainable operation," said Ben Sulayem. 

"Today, I am proud that we have continued to deliver on this mission, achieving the FIA’s strongest operating result in ten years and building on the significant progress made since 2021. 

"Improving the governance, transparency and financial health of the FIA was central to my manifesto pledge, and we have transformed the organisation into a more resilient and professional federation.

"I will continue to work closely with all stakeholders to drive positive change across the FIA and deliver long-term value for our Member Clubs, our Championships, our people, and our global mobility and motor sport communities."