100. World Investment Report 2024: Weaker global flows show much work ahead for a more inclusive future

The Weekly Tradecast looks at the World Investment Report 2024 and the latest trends with UN Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) Richard Bolwijn. 

Global flows of foreign direct investment (FDI) declined by 2% to $1.3 trillion dollars last year. 

The headline number included big swings in a small number of conduit economies – which often act as intermediaries for FDI destined for other countries. Without those drivers, FDI globally would have been even lower. 

This year should be better but risks and uncertainties persist – especially for developing countries that need investment to grow now and adapt in the future. 

Tune in to Richard Bolwijn, Head of Investment Research, to hear how investment policies and decisions are being shaped by technology, sustainability and geopolitical tensions.