The global stock of outbound Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) experienced a notable decline in 2022, interrupting a significant expansion trend that spanned over three decades. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) figures, the market value of global outward FDI stock fell to $39.8 trillion, down
Egypt’s announcement of a colossal $35 billion investment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been hailed as a pivotal moment for the country’s beleaguered economy. This investment, primarily allocated to a construction project in Ras al-Hikma, is considered the largest in Egypt’s history and arrives at a time when
Over the past decade, direct investment between China and Germany has experienced significant transformations, with the investment environment growing increasingly complex. This complexity has led to a decrease in two-way foreign direct investment (FDI) figures in the first three quarters of 2023, contrasting sharply with the positive trends of 2022.
The 2024 European Cities and Regions of the Future ranking by fDi Intelligence highlighted several central and eastern European cities for their notable progress. Frankfurt in Germany, Wrocław in Poland, and Luxembourg City emerged as leaders in their respective categories of large, mid-sized, and small cities. In the major cities
Recent years have seen a significant increase in greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) from Middle Eastern investors in Africa, focusing on renewable energy production, such as green hydrogen, and infrastructure development like ports, warehouses, and data centers. Data from FDI Markets reveals that in the last year, companies from the
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached a significant milestone in their economic relations with the signing of the Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT). This pivotal agreement, witnessed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is set to play a
BEIJING, Feb. 10 – According to recent data from the Ministry of Commerce, China has seen a consistent rise in its outbound investments over the past year. The figures for 2023 indicate a significant increase in non-financial outbound direct investment (ODI), emphasizing China’s growing global economic influence. In 2023, China’s
The foreign direct investment (FDI) landscape for 2024 is riddled with geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainties, yet developing economies emerge with renewed optimism. Despite the initial gloom, nuances in the global economic cycle suggest brighter prospects, especially for developing regions. Anticipated interest rate reductions in the US and Europe, as inflation
In a significant move to boost foreign investment, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, during a meeting with global financial executives, announced China’s plans to simplify investment processes for foreign entities. This announcement was made at a gathering of the international advisory committee of the Chinese securities regulator, where Vice Premier
Indonesia’s Investment Landscape in 2023 Indonesia’s economic year of 2023 saw significant foreign direct investment (FDI) activities with a notable influx of capital into various sectors. According to the Indonesian Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), the country received a total investment of approximately 1,053 trillion rupiah (US$67 billion) from January to
