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riotimesonline.combusiness1 day ago
UAE Non-Oil Sectors Reach Nearly 79 Percent of GDP in 2025
UAE Minister of State Saeed Al Hajeri said the economy remains resilient despite global and regional uncertainty. Around 98 percent of foreign investment flows stayed unaffected in recent months. Non-oil sectors accounted for nearly 79 percent of GDP in 2025.
Yonhapfinance8 days ago
South Korean Won Closes at 1,555.8 per Dollar after Foreign Stock Sales and Partial Rebound
The won closed the session at 1,555.8 against the U.S. dollar after foreign investors sold 4.3 trillion won in local shares. The currency stayed above the 1,550 level for a second day and reached its weakest close since March 2009 the prior session.
Yonhapfinance15 days ago
Foreign Investors Sell Record 47 Trillion Won of South Korean Stocks but Hold Record 35.3 % of Market
Offshore investors recorded net sales of 47 trillion won in South Korean equities last month, exceeding the prior monthly record. Their holdings reached a record 35.3 percent of total market capitalization.
technode.comtechnology15 days ago
Chinese EV makers completed $85 billion in overseas factories over past decade
Chinese electric-vehicle and battery companies announced large foreign investments between 2022 and 2023 but completed far less than planned. Data show most overseas sales still come from exports rather than local plants.
news.google.combusiness17 days ago
UK foreign direct investment projects fell 14 percent in 2025
A survey by EY recorded a 14 percent drop in overseas investment projects last year. Political instability ranked as the second-biggest concern for investors after energy costs. Greater London was the only English region to record growth.
morningstaronline.co.ukbusiness18 days ago
Scotland Attracts Record Share of Planned UK Foreign Investment
One third of firms planning UK investment now intend to locate in Scotland, up from 27 percent last year. The share marks an all-time high according to the EY UK Attractiveness Survey.
manilatimes.networld18 days ago
China to Support Qualified Foreign Firms Listing on Domestic Markets
A government circular released on Monday states that China will aid qualified foreign-funded companies in domestic listings and accelerate rules for mergers and acquisitions with local firms. @SCMPNews reported the policy update on June 22, 2026.
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citizen.co.zabusiness21 days ago
Cuba Approves Economic Reforms Amid Severe Shortages and Blackouts
Cuba’s government approved a package of economic reforms on or before 19 June 2026. Officials described the measures as one of the most significant policy shifts in recent history.
Euronewsai21 days ago
Uzbekistan to Create Roadmap From 120 Foreign Investor Recommendations
The government will track progress on the proposals and report directly to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev after the Tashkent International Investment Forum.
Semaforworld22 days ago
Business Leaders Cite EU Rules as Constraint on Investment
ArcelorMittal’s executive chairman and the governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund said emissions trading rules and regulatory screening are limiting capital flows into the European Union.
indiatoday.intoday.inbusiness27 days ago
Cuban President Announces Economic Reforms Package Without Timelines or Details
President Miguel Díaz-Canel unveiled measures on Friday to draw investment, involve overseas Cubans, and shift some administrative powers.
New York Postpolitics30 days ago
Foreign investment in US reaches $232.2 billion in 2025
International investors spent $232.2 billion acquiring or expanding businesses in the United States last year, a 49.5 percent increase from 2024. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported the total on Wednesday.
focustaiwan.twpolitics31 days ago
Foreign Investors Sell $29.5B in Indian Equities but Gross FDI Rises 13% to $90B
Sales exceed the $18.9 billion recorded for all of 2025. The Reserve Bank of India raised its inflation forecast and lowered its growth outlook last Friday.
timesofindia.indiatimes.comworld31 days ago
Protests Erupt in Albania After Government Allocates Land to Foreign Investors
Demonstrations broke out in Albania after the prime minister said a coastal area would be transferred to U.S.-Saudi investors. Police responded with force, and several people were detained.
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morningstaronline.co.ukworld34 days ago
Cuba Offers Hotel Management to Local and Exiled Investors as Foreign Chains Withdraw and Tourism Collapses
President Miguel Díaz-Canel announced the policy shift after Melia and other foreign chains announced withdrawals. Tourism arrivals fell 48 percent in the first quarter of 2026.
Cnbcworld35 days ago
India Offers Tax Exemption on Government Debt to Foreign Investors to Stem Capital Outflows and Support Rupee
New Delhi removed the long-term capital gains tax on foreign holdings of Indian government securities and lifted several investment limits for non-resident investors effective April 1, 2026.
Al Jazeeraworld32 days agoUpdated
Albania Approves $1B Foreign Investment Projects Backed by Kushner
Edi Rama stated construction of the billion-dollar resorts will continue. Protests have run for nine days and an investigation into land purchases has opened.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance36 days ago
Overseas Investors End Eight-Week Buying Streak in Japanese Shares
Foreign investors sold more Japanese equities than they bought last week, ending an eight-week streak of net purchases.
insidermonkey.comworld44 days ago
Chinese Companies to Invest Additional €940 Million in Serbia
Chinese firms plan to commit €940 million more to projects already underway in Serbia. The funding will support expansion of existing facilities and infrastructure.
ecns.cnworld49 days ago
Zimbabwe Bans Foreign Companies and Individuals From Small-Scale Gold Mining
Zimbabwe has prohibited foreign companies and individuals from participating in small-scale gold mining. The policy targets local job protection and domestic economic benefits.
Le Mondeworld49 days ago
France Led Europe in Foreign Investment Projects for Seventh Straight Year
France recorded 852 foreign investment projects in 2025, topping the United Kingdom and Germany according to an EY report. The continent overall saw a 7 percent decline in projects.
focustaiwan.twfinance50 days ago
Foreign Investors Sell $22 Billion of South Korean Stocks in May
Foreign investors have sold $22 billion of South Korean stocks so far in May, on pace for the largest monthly outflow on record. Year-to-date sales total approximately $60 billion in KOSPI stocks.
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dailywire.comworld52 days ago
Texas Republican Introduces Bill to Ban Foreign Adversaries From Buying U.S. Homes
Republican Texas Rep. Chip Roy introduced legislation Tuesday that would prohibit foreign adversaries, nationals from countries of concern, and designated state sponsors of terrorism from purchasing American homes. The bill would also require divestment of existing holdings withi…
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South China Morning Postpolitics54 days ago
Hong Kong Attracts HK$26 Billion in Investment from Over 310 Firms
More than 310 enterprises from mainland China and abroad established or expanded operations in Hong Kong by early May, bringing in over HK$26 billion in capital during the first year of operation.
Rest of Worldtechnology56 days ago
Indian Firms Commit $20.5 Billion in U.S. Investments at SelectUSA Summit
Indian firms disclosed the commitments at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit last week, spanning technology, AI infrastructure, pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing. The announcements come as data from Tracxn shows Indian investors now dominate domestic startup funding, w…
newrepublic.comfinance57 days ago
U.S. and China Discuss Faster Approvals for Certain Investments
An agreement being finalized in Beijing this week would create a board to pre-approve Chinese investments into non-strategic, non-sensitive U.S. companies and prevent referrals to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlined the plan a…
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US and EU Regulators Review Proposed Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery Merger
U.S. and European lawmakers sent a letter to Paramount CEO David Ellison warning that the proposed $31-per-share acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery faces rigorous regulatory review in both the United States and European Union. The letter, first reported by cnbc.com, challenges…
airlinegeeks.comworld58 days ago
Vietnam to Raise Foreign Ownership Cap for Airlines
Vietnam will increase the foreign ownership limit in its airlines from 30% to 35%. The government has instructed carriers to adjust their operations and ownership structures accordingly. The change aims to align with international standards and support industry growth.
Semaforfinance59 days ago
Foreign Investors Sell $21 Billion in Indian Stocks in Past Two Months Amid Global AI Shift
Outflows have put 2026 on track to be the worst year for foreign investment exits from India since markets opened to overseas capital in 1993. Investors have shifted toward South Korea and Taiwan amid booming AI chip demand while India grapples with ripple effects from the Iran w…
world62 days ago
Canadian Union Seeks Government Review of $55 Billion Electronic Arts Takeover
A Canadian union has asked the federal government to examine the proposed acquisition of Electronic Arts by a group including Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and a private equity firm headed by U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law. The union cited risks to national secur…
The Independenttechnology63 days ago
Foreign Investment in China Rises in First Quarter
Foreign direct investment in China's high-tech industries reached 102.7 billion yuan in the first quarter, up 30.7 percent from a year earlier. More than 6,200 foreign-invested enterprises were registered with customs authorities during the period. Officials said improving innova…
gamereactor.euworld65 days ago
South Korea Plans First US Investments Under New Trade Law as US Launches Section 301 Tariff Probe
Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan said specific investment projects under last year's bilateral trade deal will be discussed once the enabling law goes into effect on June 18. The minister rejected claims Seoul is lagging Tokyo in implementing its pledges while confirming an LNG te…
montrealgazette.comfinance72 days ago
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Plans Real Estate Lending and Forex Expansion in India
Japan's largest bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, will begin lending to real estate firms in India and expand its foreign exchange derivatives business there. The move follows its $4.4 billion stake purchase in Shriram Finance, bringing total investments in India to $7 billio…
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investopedia.comfinance72 days ago
Philippine Peso Ends at 61.402 per USD After BSP Rate Hike on April 29, 2026
The Philippine peso reached a new record low of 61.402 per U.S. dollar on April 29, 2026, declining 0.6% amid strong dollar demand. The benchmark stock index fell 0.58% to its weakest close in over five months. Trading volume and foreign outflows increased as markets extended a f…
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realitytea.compolitics74 days ago
US Approves First Gold Card Visa Under President Trump's Program
The U.S. has approved the first gold card visa, allowing a foreigner to live and work in the country after paying at least $1 million, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The program, launched in December 2025, aims to attract foreign investment and talent. Hundreds o…
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kr-asia.comworld77 days ago
Dubai Monitors 200 Economic Indicators Daily Amid Iran Conflict and Port Disruptions
Dubai's economic leaders are monitoring 200 indicators daily to manage impacts from Iran's February missile strikes on the Gulf. CEO Hadi Badri said the city has engaged investors through webinars and created logistics alternatives amid port closures. Long-term targets under the…
Photo: Janosch Diggelmann / Unsplashworld83 days ago
Turkey Promotes Istanbul as Financial Hub Amid Iran War Effects on Gulf
Turkish officials are positioning Istanbul as a secure alternative for investors amid disruptions from the ongoing Iran war affecting Gulf economies. The government is preparing incentives to attract foreign capital, highlighting Turkey's stability under NATO protection. Experts…
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Cuban President States Openness to US Oil Investment Amid Defense Preparations
Cuba's president announced openness to US investment in oil exploration. The statement comes alongside readiness to defend against any potential US invasion. This reflects ongoing economic and security dynamics between the two nations.
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GCC Countries' Investments in US Market Amid Iran Conflict Cash Flow Concerns
Peter Zeihan discussed potential impacts on foreign investments by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in the US market. He raised questions about cash flows being affected by the war in Iran. The discussion occurred in an interview with Jay Martin.
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