What in the World? FDI Trends to Watch in 2023
February 21, 2023
Last fall, Morgan Crapps, Principal at ParkerPoe Consulting, spoke at Area Development’s Women in Economic Development Forum about the trends and factors that shaped foreign direct investment in the United States in 2022, and what we’re tracking for 2023. Here are some trends to watch:
M&A remains a strong option for investors, despite being both costly & competitive.
The nature and volume of investment deals changed in 2021 and 2022. According to recent research by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), there was a 76% increase in the completed deal values in advanced economies compared to 2020 levels. These levels were 50% higher than pre-pandemic levels, signifying investors are more willing to enter the U.S. market through M&A, even if it comes at a higher price and is through a more competitive process.