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From Locations

How FDI can help emerging markets to diversify

Evidence shows foreign investment can underpin diversification efforts in emerging economies. 

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Aramco bonds draw investor interest

Interest in Saudi oil giant Aramco’s bond offering show investors can overlook recent controversy. 

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Will political tensions put Côte d'Ivoire's recovery at risk?

Côte d’Ivoire's economy has been booming in recent years, but elections in 2020 bring with them the potential to shake the country's stability.

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Minister of investment looks to unlock Botswana

Botswana's minister of investment Bogolo Joy Kenewendo tells Adrienne Klasa how the country's moves to diversify its mineral-rich economy will open up a swathe of opportunities

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Wallonia rises to forefront of Europe's life sciences scene

Strategies by regional authorities are transforming Wallonia in Belgium into an up-and-coming European centre for life sciences. 

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De Beers mines a rich seam of talent in Botswana

Diamond giant De Beers is building on its long-standing relationship with Botswana by investing in sales and professional training centres in the country. 

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From News

Development Dispatch: Is the UK becoming an emerging market?

With the UK fixated on Brexit, investors are predicting it will soon be relegated to developing market status. But amid the chaos, Adrienne Klasa spots a silver lining.

From News

Controversial Trump pick is new World Bank president

David Malpass – a candidate previously critical of the bank – has been chosen without opposition to head the World Bank. Adrienne Klasa reports.

From News

IFCs key to development finance, says ODI

Offshore financial centres are playing a critical role in development finance, according to the Overseas Development Institute.

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From Locations

AIIB president takes a global view

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank president Jin Liqun talks to Adrienne Klasa about the importance of the institution’s collaborative role with other global players.

Global greenfield investment trends

Crossborder investment monitor

fDi Markets is the only online database tracking crossborder greenfield investment covering all sectors and countries worldwide. It provides real-time monitoring of investment projects, capital investment and job creation with powerful tools to track and profile companies investing overseas.

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Corporate location benchmarking tool

fDi Benchmark is the only online tool to benchmark the competitiveness of countries and cities in over 50 sectors. Its comprehensive location data series covers the main cost and quality competitiveness indicators for over 300 locations around the world.

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Research report

fDi Intelligence provides customised reports and data research which deliver vital business intelligence to corporations, investment promotion agencies, economic development organisations, consulting firms and research institutions.

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