Foreign Direct Investment
/ˈfɔrɪn dɪˈrɛkt ɪnˈvɛstmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An investment made by a person or company in one country into business interests located in another country, typically by acquiring assets or establishing business operations.
The government encourages foreign direct investment to stimulate economic growth.
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Commentary
FDI often involves control or significant influence over the foreign business, differentiating it from portfolio investment.
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