With the country's FDI inflows decreasing in 2011, Guatemala is looking to target the business processing outsourcing sector in 2012.
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FDI continues its march to recovery: 2011 greenfield data
fDi's annual greenfield investment figures are in for 2011, revealing that global FDI continued its slow but steady recovery in most regions of the world last year.
Inaugral Global Special Economic Zones Summit highlights growing importance of SEZs
At the inaugural Global Special Economic Zones Summit in Malaysia, the country's officials were keen to promote the success of the country's many SEZs, attributing the growth in Malaysia's economy to the influence of these zones.
Birmingham eyes SWFs funding for development projects
Birmingham has become the first city in the UK to target investment from sovereign wealth funds, as it announces plans to seek alternative funding for nine of its Big City Plan redevelopment projects.
Brisbane resources sector set for growth
The city of Brisbane, Australia recently unveiled a plan to double its already lucrative resources sector by 2031, giving investors the perfect opportunity to invest in the area.
Political uncertainty hits real estate sectors in Syria and Lebanon
The political uncertainty in Syria is affecting the country's real estate sector, and is also spilling over into Lebanon's. However, nearby Jordan is proving resilient in this sector.
Asia-Pacific set to lead M&A resurgence in the mid-market
As the market for mergers and acquisitions builds momentum, a survey of advisory firms points to expected growth in the Asia-Pacific market, particularly in south-east Asia and China.
US recovery will slow growth in BRIC economies, says PwC
With strong growth forecast for the US economy in 2012, Brazil, Russia,India and China are expected to see a slowdown in the level of capital entering their economies, according to a report from PricewaterhouseCoopers.
JLT report warns of Nigeria instability
Investors receive a stark warning on risks posed by Nigeria’s instability, though some commentators maintain Nigeria is still on the right economic path.
Research shows that tax credits lead to more investment in R&D
A research report has been released suggesting that one of the most effective ways to stimulate investment in R&D is by establishing an R&D tax credit scheme.
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