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The winners and losers of the USMCA

Early reports on the trade agreement between the US, Mexico and Canada suggest that the US is getting the better of the deal. But what are the implications of the new rules of origin?

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Microsoft makes a crossborder connection in North America

While governments grow more protectionist over trade and physical borders, Microsoft is bridging the gap by funding international collaborative enterprises.

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How venture capital helps start-ups expand globally

Venture capital funding is increasingly enabling start-ups to expand across borders – but their ability to do this depends on their type of business and where they are founded.

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Biotech's new battlegrounds

Scientific innovation, a conducive regulatory climate and increased globalisation of drug markets are driving an investment boom in biotechnology.

Yigal Chazan

FDI health checks could boost emerging markets

Vetting of big-ticket projects could allaying Western concerns about transparency.

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Taking on the world: why breaking US sanctions is a no-go area

US president Donald Trump has ramped up the White House’s level of economic aggressiveness, hitting both US and non-US companies alike. 

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The Global Lawyer: why is history repeating in Puerto Rico's debt case?

Puerto Rico might be naïve on restructuring its debt, but it has the moral high ground.

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Indiana secretary of commerce hails spirit of competition

Jim Schellinger tells fDi about forging global connections.

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How to select the best manufacturing location to serve the US market

Considering the trade climate, where should companies locate to best serve the US market? 

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The perils of navigating a politically polarised US

In an era of increasingly polarised opinions, companies that do business in or with the US are increasingly taking precautions against political or reputational risk. 

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