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Are Trade Shows Still Worth It in 2026? Here’s the Data
News & Media
Every trade show attendance decision in 2026 comes down to the same question: will this actually produce a measurable return? For most organizations, that question is no longer abstract. Trade shows are among the most expensive line items in the marketing and business development mix. Booth space, travel, freight, staffing, and follow-up costs can all…
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…
AEZO Summit 2025 in Angola: Shaping Africa’s Investment Future
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I am happy to share my reflections having just returned from the AEZO Summit 2025, which took place November 26–28 in Luanda, Angola. This year’s event marked the 10th anniversary of the African SEZs Annual Meeting. With the theme “African SEZs: Catalyzing Sustainable Industrial Investment and Global Value Chains Integration”, the summit brought together representatives…
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…
Vertical FDI Explained: How Companies Expand Supply Chains Globally
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Pick up almost any product in your home – a phone, a car part, a bottle of shampoo – and you’re holding the story of multiple economies working together. A single smartphone might rely on lithium from Chile, semiconductors from Taiwan, and assembly lines in Vietnam. The efficiency of that chain doesn’t happen by chance.…
The UK’s HS2’s Real Impact: What High-Speed Rail Means for FDI Readiness
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The United Kingdom’s High Speed 2 (HS2) project is more than a rail line. Instead, we can see it as signifying a new era for high-speed connectivity and regional growth. After more than a decade of planning, debates, and designs, HS2 has officially moved from blueprint to reality. Trains capable of reaching 225 mph will…
Empowering IPAs Through Capacity Building: Reflections from WAIPA’s WIC-SIF 2025 in Sharjah
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…
Bruce Takefman, President and CEO of ResearchFDI Named as New International Economic Development Council Board Member
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - September 23, 2025, WASHINGTON, D.C. – ResearchFDI and the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) are proud to announce Bruce Takefman, President and CEO of ResearchFDI has been appointed to the IEDC Board of Directors for a two-year term, starting on January 1, 2026. The nomination was approved at IEDC’s 2025 Annual…
The Impact of Mega Airports: Why Large-Scale Aviation Infrastructure is Critical for Economic Growth
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On any given day, the terminals of a mega airport pulse with activity: more like a small city than a transit hub. Thousands of workers move in sync as they guide cargo, manage logistics, and welcome travellers. Meanwhile, entire economies hum along in the background. These airports aren’t just infrastructure, they’re transformative. In 2025, mega…
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…
Why High-Speed Internet Is Crucial for Economic Growth in Rural Areas
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Imagine a rural entrepreneur with a bold idea for an online store, but her internet lags at dial-up speeds. Customers abandon their carts, her business falters, and her small town loses out on potential jobs and growth. This isn’t a rare scenario. It’s the stark reality of the digital divide, a persistent gap that hampers…
