Foreign direct investment

2019 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment Confidence Index

Merle A Hinrich

Hinrich Foundation USTR Foreign Trade Barrier 2018

Published 20 June 2020 | 2 minutes read

The A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index is an annual survey of global business executives that ranks markets that are likely to attract the most investment in the next three years.

The A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index is an annual survey of global business executives that ranks markets that are likely to attract the most investment in the next three years.

The United States marks its longest-ever run at the top of the index this year, likely reflecting its large domestic market, continued economic expansion, competitive tax rates, and technological and innovation capabilities. Developed markets accounts for 22 of the 25 spots on the index- hitting their highest-ever share of positions, even outpacing last year’s record.

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