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Latvia the only upward mover in the Baltics for FDI in 2011

Latvia attracted an increasing number of FDI projects in 2011, narrowing the gap between it and the most popular Baltic FDI destination, Lithuania.

Russia remains top FDI destination in 'rest of Europe' region in 2011

Russia retained its position as the leading destination for FDI in the 'rest of Europe' region in 2011, having attracted 383 projects in  the year. But second placed Poland is narrowing the gap, with  just 21% fewer projects than Russia in 2011.

Austria keeps FDI close to home

Unlike other European countries, many of which are taking advantage of opportunities to invest in emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific region, the majority of outward FDI from Austria goes to countries in the 'Rest of Europe' region.

China closes gap on the US for German FDI

China has seen increased investment from Germany-based companies, and  now stands second to only the US when it comes to FDI from the European  country.

Russia sees its manufacturing FDI appeal slip

Russia has historically been the most popular destination for manufacturing  FDI from rest of Europe countries, however, 2011 has seen a significant  decline in the number of projects in the country.

Eastern European countries fluctuating in popularity for retail FDI

While some countries in eastern Europe are benefitting from significant increases in the number of incoming retail FDI projects, others are seeing decreases.

Russia and Bulgaria likely to miss FDI targets in 2011

The darlings of FDI in eastern Europe – Russia and Bulgaria – look set to disappoint in 2011, with project numbers falling below those projected.

Russia tops Europe for manufacturing

Russia has retained its lead in Europe in terms of FDI project numbers, while Spain has doubled its manufacturing FDI.

Romania sees FDI project numbers drop, but capex and jobs rise

Figures suggests that Romania has fewer, but larger investments this year.

South Korea investing more abroad

South Korean firms particularly active in Q1

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