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Chinese investment to Europe at record high

Sino-European foreign direct investment is converging, according to data from fDi Markets.




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Trade tensions hit South Korea FDI

The situation between the US and China is bad news for South Korea’s investment climate.




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Balochistan representative hails new dawn

Sardar Popalzai, president of the Balochistan Economic Forum, talks about the blue economy and the Pakistani province’s tourism potential.




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Zonamerica looks beyond Latin America for expansion opportunities

Uruguay-based Zonamerica has successfully expanded into Colombia and China, and is now looking to export its model to other parts of Asia and Africa.




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View from the Americas: the evolving political economy of FDI

We are currently in a state of heightened business and economic disruption and sociopolitical activism, which only looks set to intensify. 




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Mexico teams up with Singapore to launch Tehuantepec trade corridor

President Obrador aims to mobilise billions in public and private investment to create an alternative to the Panama Canal along the Tehuantepec corridor. 




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Jamaican tourism minister seeks to explode myths

Edmund Bartlett, Jamaica’s minister of tourism, talks about key investment opportunities and the need for better international reporting when natural disasters strike.




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FDI health checks could boost emerging markets

US-led vetting and certification of big-ticket projects may go a long way to allaying western investor concerns about rule of law and transparency issues, says intelligence firm Alaco’s head of content.




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Will FDI screening become the new norm?

The trend towards the vetting of foreign investment, especially projects that involve advanced technology and national data or pose potential security threats, is on the rise. David Gabathuler and Matthew T West give a trans-Atlantic perspective.




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ECCB governor hopes for digital currency boost

The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank is to launch a digital currency for the benefit of its dispersed island economies – essential to a region that has been disproportionately affected by climate change-induced disasters, governor Timothy Antoine tells fDi.




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The winners and losers of the USMCA

Early reports on the new trade agreement between the US, Mexico and Canada – known as the USMCA – suggest that the US is getting the better end of the deal. But what are the implications of the new rules of origin?




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Microsoft makes a crossborder connection in North America

While governments grow more protectionist over trade and physical borders, companies such as Microsoft are bridging the gap by funding international collaborative enterprises.




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View from the Americas: time for action on SDGs

Giant investment firm BlackRock throwing its weight behind sustainability issues is sending a signal to the corporate world to respond urgently to global calls for action, writes Gregg Wassmansdorf.




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Brazil sees FDI boost in 2019

Brazil’s FDI flows were boosted in 2019 by the government’s privatisation programme.




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How venture capital helps start-ups expand globally

Venture capital funding has reached record levels in recent years, enabling start-ups to expand across borders – but their ability to do this depends on their type of business, and where they are founded.




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Wrocław tops fDi's 2020 Return on Investment ranking

Poland’s Wrocław has turned in a stellar performance in fDi’s Return on Investment study, landing the city the top slot in the Return on Budget and Return on Personnel Investment categories. 




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The Global Lawyer: Is NAFTA 2.0 a litigator's dream?

Replacing the “nightmare” that was Nafta was a dream of US president Donald Trump – but its replacement appears to favour few groups except for dispute resolution firms.




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Latin America embraces China's Belt and Road with enthusiasm

Up to 18 countries across Latin America have joined China’s new Belt and Road Initiative, hoping to boost their infrastructure development and investment.  




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Biotech's new battlegrounds

Scientific innovation, a conducive regulatory climate and increased globalisation of drug markets are driving an investment boom in biotechnology, with small companies and emerging markets shaking up the sector.




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Which FDI sectors could benefit from the coronavirus crisis?

Wavteq's Henry Loewendahl discusses which sectors retain potential for foreign investment amid the current global crisis 




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End of the road for Vodafone India?

A government bailout for the ailing subsidiary of the telecoms powerhouse has fallen through. 




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Gambling liberalisation pushes up FDI in leisure sector

FDI in the leisure and entertainment sector has risen sharply in recent years, with Asia-Pacific the leading region 




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Free zones will be key to post-virus world

Covid-19 crisis has laid bare the weaknesses of global value chains around the world




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Dublin tops European HQ location rankings

The UK is the top country, but Dublin is leading city, for foreign companies setting up headquarters in Europe, according to fDi’s ranking.




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Global pharmaceutical FDI on an upward trend

The global pharmaceutical sector has seen consistent growth since 2014, with western Europe a major beneficiary.




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fDi's Virus Diaries: “We’re still receiving new investor attention”

Philomène Dias, director of inward investment at Portuguese investment promotion agency Aicep, on how staff and organisation are working through lockdown.




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UK firm targets booming medicinal cannabis market

Eco Equity is one of only a few Europe-based investors in medicinal cannabis from Africa and the Caribbean, an area in which the UK is missing an opportunity, according to CEO Jon-Paul Doran.




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View from Middle East and Africa: UAE moves fast to combat Covid-19

The UAE followed Singapore’s swift reaction to combat Covid-19, to preserve the health of its citizens. Now moves are in place to tackle the country’s economic wellbeing.




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The Global Lawyer: Yukos v Russia mega-litigation revived

The Dutch appeal court has reinstated a major $50bn award to Yukos shareholders by Russia, in a long-running dispute.




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Renewables FDI boom hit by Covid-19

Foreign investment in the global renewable energy market hit unprecedented highs in 2019. However, the coronavirus crisis may reverse this trend. 




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View from the Americas: new perspectives in a time of pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic could change human behaviour more permanently in future.




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How US rust belt has been revived by foreign investment

Once the powerhouse of the industrial US, the rust belt states have revived their economies with the help of foreign investment. 




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Covid-19 likely to reverse Middle East consulting gains

Consulting firms in the Middle East are likely to take a hit in 2020 due to the coronavirus, after two strong years.




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Coronavirus set to shock Middle East's most fragile economies

The pandemic is likely to hit the Middle East’s more fragile countries hardest.




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Latin America prepares for sharp drop in FDI amid coronavirus pandemic

The fallout from the pandemic looks set to stall trade and investment to Latin America.




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Santander’s Ana Botin on the challenges of sustainable finance

Santander head on the tightrope banks must walk in providing finance to support green transition, without shunning coal-reliant poorer nations.




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2025 Ford F-150 receives some price cuts, starts at $40,705

Ford's bestselling F-150 full-size pickup truck receives minor changes for the 2025 model year, including some removal of standard equipment on certain trim levels in exchange for lower starting prices. Ford also rolls out BlueCruise 1.4 and expands the availability of the latest iteration of its limited hands-free driving system. The base F-150...




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2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? What does it compare to? Mercedes-Benz’s E-Class is offered as a sedan or wagon with several powertrain choices. It squares off well against the BMW 5-Series and Audi A6 as well as the Volvo S90. Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class a good car? It is a fine choice. The E-Class boasts a...




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Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler: Compare SUVs

Jeep Wrangler sets the bar for off-roading capability Larger Ford Bronco has a more modern suspension Both SUVs have removable doors and tops When Ford relaunched the Bronco for the 2021 model year, it had one target in its sights: The Jeep Wrangler. The Wrangler has been the American benchmark for off-roading capability in the 80-plus years since...




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The death list: These cars have been discontinued for 2025

We're already deeply into the discovery phase of the 2025 model year. With it, as usual, have come a stellar crop of new vehicles—everything from the high and mighty Chevy Corvette ZR1 to the cheeky, efficient Honda Civic Hybrid. But on the sadder end of the spectrum, we're tallying the list of vehicles that didn't make the cut—the...




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Cadillac discontinues XT4 crossover SUV

The XT4 compact crossover ends production in January after one generation The Cadillac Optiq electric crossover will take the place as the entry point into the Cadillac brand Production of the XT4 ends not longer after it ended on the Chevy Malibu as GM retools its Fairfax Assembly for the next Bolt EV A year after an interior glow-up, Cadillac...




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2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Mercdes-Benz S-Class? What does it compare to? The S-Class is Mercedes-Benz’s top sedan. It’s similar in concept to the BMW 7-Series and Audi A8, as well as the Lexus LS. Is the 2025 Mercdes-Benz S-Class a good car? It’s about as good as a sedan can get. The S-Class brims with tech and style, and...




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2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS? What does it compare to? The EQS is Mercedes-Benz’s top electric luxury car. Compare it to the EQS SUV, plus the BMW i7 and Tesla Model S. Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS a good car? It is an appealing enough choice overall, but one that doesn’t have the bank-vault solidty and myriad...




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Ford Maverick vs. Ford Ranger: Compare Pickup Trucks

Want a pickup truck but don’t want the hangups of a full-size truck? Ford has you covered with two compelling pickup options. The Ford Ranger midsize pickup truck has a crew cab and 5-foot bed like the F-150, and it also has a Raptor off-road model. With a 7,500-pound towing capacity, it can’t tow or haul as much as an F-150, but...




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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

What kind of car is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5? What does it compare to? Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is a small hatchback EV with value baseline pricing. Rivals include the VW ID.4, Tesla Model Y, and Ford Mustang Mach-E. Is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 a good car? Yes. This Hyundai is one of the better options in its segment, with peppy performance...




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2024 Mazda CX-90 recalled for engine start-stop issues

Mazda is recalling CX-90 three-row crossover SUVs because of a software problem that could prevent the engine from restarting when the engine stop-start system is used. The CX-90 is available with mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, but this recall only involves 2024 mild-hybrid models, encompassing 38,926 vehicles in total. The mild...




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2025 Mazda CX-50

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Mazda CX-50? What does it compare to? The 2025 CX-50 is a five-seat compact crossover that compares well with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Is the 2025 Mazda CX-50 a good SUV? The CX-50 is an appealing compact SUV with classy styling, a clean cabin, and an available hybrid powertrain for the first time. Its...




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2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV? What does it compare to? The EQS is Mercedes-Benz’s biggest all-electric SUV. Shop it against the Rivian R1S, Audi Q8 E-Tron, BMW iX, and Tesla Model X. Is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV a good car/SUV? The EQS has attractive styling and lots of features, though it is very expensive...




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2026 Cadillac Vistiq electric 3-row SUV revealed with $78,790 price tag

Cadillac Vistiq revealed as brand's “globally sized” electric three-row SUV Vistiq comes standard with 615 hp and 102 kwh Pricing starts at $78,790, including destination Cadillac's expansion of its electric vehicle lineup continues with the arrival of the 2026 Vistiq, a midsize SUV with third-row seats designed to fill the gap between...




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2026 Cadillac Vistiq targets 300 miles of range, costs $78,790

The Cadillac Vistiq will serve as the electric XT6 three-row SUV replacement Cadillac Vistiqs are expected to have about 300 miles of EPA-rated range The Vistiq will cost $78,790 when it arrives in 2025. Cadillac on Tuesday confirmed additional details of the Vistiq three-row electric SUV, which remains on track for a launch next year as a 2026...