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Free zone FDI stable in 2019

Foreign investment to free economic zones around the world remained stable in 2019, according to preliminary data from fDi Markets.

Cairo standout African destination for foreign business services in 2018

Cairo led Africa in 2018, attracting 10 foreign business services investment projects. 

UAE is manufacturers' top choice in Middle East

The UAE was the Middle East's most popular destination for manufacturing FDI in 2018.

Lagos sees rebound in FDI

The number of foreign companies investing in Lagos increased in 2018 after four years of decline.

Global biotechnology FDI on the rise

Global FDI in the biotechnology sector has witnessed year-on-year increase since 2015

Dubai top for Middle East office openings

Dubai outstrips other Middle East cities as top destination for office openings.

FDI into Canada reaches four-year high of $41.9bn

Canada has seen a four-year peak in FDI, with the technology, real estate and aerospace sectors enjoying substantial growth. 

UK top destination for financial services FDI in Europe

Over the past three years, the UK has led Europe for financial services FDI, with the US as top investor. 

Middle East sees increase in investment from US

Investment into the Middle East region by US-based companies showed a notable increase between the beginning fo 2016 and the end of 2018. 

Cyprus sees FDI high in 2018

Cyprus’s record-breaking 2018 was driven by tourism and second-tier cities. 

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