Albania has signed a memorandum of understanding with the European Bank of Reconstruction and Development in a bid to improve the country's business climate.
Business leaders give Portugal reforms their approval: EY survey
A survey by Ernst & Young shows that investors and business leaders in Portugal are happy with the country's recent business reforms.
The business of managing Macedonia
The successful pursuit of foreign investment to Macedonia in recent years is in no small part down to prime minister Nikola Gruevski's businesslike approach to running his country. He tells Michal Kaczmarski how this approach – combined with a worldwide talent search – is reaping rewards.
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Brabant uses brain power to bring in investment
The Dutch region of Brabant has been punching above its weight in recent years when it comes to attracting investment, particularly in innovative or knowledge-based industries. Michal Kaczmarski takes a look at the secrets behind the province's success.
Global real estate market sinks to a new low
The real estate sector took a pounding in 2013, with record lows forecast for foreign investment on a global scale. But on a regional level, the Asia-Pacific is seeing increased investment in the sector in what is thought to be an emerging trend.
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London leading European destination for FDI in 2013
London was the most attractive destination for European FDI in 2013, with more than double the number of projects as second placed Paris.
Inditex top investor in 2013
fDi Markets’ list of top foreign investors in 2013.
US exports at record-high levels
US exports are up again in 2013 thanks to Latin America’s appetite for US products.
Hessen: the logistical choice
The German state of Hessen is home to the city of Frankfurt and also many of the world's leading logistics companies. With an outstanding infrastructure and business-friendly attitude at the heart of Europe, the region is gaining a reputation for being a global logistics leader.
Narva mayor looks to exploit outsider advantage
The Estonian city of Narva shares a border with Russia and has a population that is predominantly Russian-speaking – making it something of an outsider within Estonia. However, newly elected mayor Eduard East tells fDi that he intends to turn this into an advantage by courting Russian investment to revive local industries, while at the same time raising the city's international visibility.
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