FDI Insights
Where Are the Best FDI Opportunities? Sector and Country GuideÂ
FDI Insights, News & Media
In 2026, global investment is growing again… just not everywhere. After several years of volatility driven by tightening financing conditions, geopolitical fragmentation, and supply-chain realignment, global capital flows began to recover in 2025. On the surface, the rebound looks strong. Global FDI rose by 14% to approximately $1.6 trillion, according to UNCTAD’s Global Investment Trends…
2026 Economic Outlook: The Global Growth Economies to Watch This Year
FDI Insights, News & Media
By 2026, the global economy won’t be moving at a single speed. Some countries are entering a period of steady, mature growth. Others are accelerating quickly, driven by demographics, industrial expansion, or policy-led investment. A few are slowing as higher costs, trade friction, and labour constraints begin to bite. For economic development teams, this creates…
A Visual Breakdown of Global GDP in 2026
FDI Insights, News & Media
Every year, global GDP rankings quietly redraw the map of economic power. They tell us which countries are gaining influence, which ones are holding steady, and which are beginning to slide. For investors, manufacturers, and site selectors, these shifts are not just academic. They shape where capital flows, where supply chains expand, and where the…
Empowering IPAs Through Capacity Building: Reflections from WAIPA’s WIC-SIF 2025 in SharjahÂ
FDI Insights, News & Media
Discover how capacity building is shaping the future of Investment Promotion Agencies. Insights from WAIPA’s WIC-SIF 2025 highlight strategies for sustainable growth and FDI attraction.
Preparing for Robotaxis: What EDOs Need to Know Now
FDI Insights, News & Media
It’s a busy evening in San Francisco and you’re heading out to meet friends. A white taxi glides to the curb. The door unlocks. You climb in. It’s almost like every other taxi experience you’ve ever had…. Except: No driver turns around to ask where you’re going. The scene isn’t speculative. Driverless Waymo taxis are…
The Impact of Green Technology on Regional Economic Growth: A 2025 Outlook
FDI Insights, News & Media
Have you ever driven through a rural area and noticed the seemingly endless rows of wind turbines and solar panels? As it turns out, those rural skylines dotted with solar farms and wind turbines fuel more than just clean energy; they’re powering economic booms. The Green Technology & Sustainability Market Report of 2025 forecasts the…
Unveiling the Top Sectors Attracting FDI in 2024Â
FDI Insights, News & Media
Discover the top sectors poised to attract significant foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2024. Gain an edge with expert analysis, designed expressly for investment attraction and economic development professionals.Â
The Rule of Law and IP Rights Protection: Key Factors in Attracting FDI to the US
FDI Insights
Discover how the United States attracts foreign investors with its strong rule of law and robust protection of intellectual property rights
The Importance of the US Workforce in Attracting FDI
FDI Insights
The highly skilled and diverse US workforce attracts foreign investors due to its productivity, adaptability, and entrepreneurial culture, creating a favorable environment for FDI. Economic Development Organizations play a crucial role in showcasing these advantages to potential investors.
Ease of Doing Business in the U.S.: A Major Draw for Foreign Investor
FDI Insights, News & Media
As part of our series on why foreign companies should invest in the United States, this article explores the ease of doing business in the U.S.
The effects of globalization on economic development
FDI Insights, Opinions
Explore the effects of globalization on economic development and strategies for governments to adapt and thrive in a globalized economy.
Exploring Asia’s Major Free Trade Agreement: The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
FDI Insights, News & Media
Explore the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), a major free trade agreement in Asia. Learn about the countries involved, the benefits, and the potential drawbacks of the agreement.
