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Summary of THE fDi REPORT 2016

Core Content

The fDi Report 2016 provides an overview of global greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) trends for 2015, highlighting the recovery of greenfield investment amidst geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The report focuses on greenfield FDI as a key indicator of economic development and competitiveness, as opposed to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), which are more volatile.

Main Points and Key Information

Global FDI Trends in 2015

• Greenfield FDI Recovery: Greenfield FDI increased by nearly 9% to $713bn, while job creation rose by 1% to 1.89 million.
• Project Numbers Declined: The number of FDI projects fell by 7% to 11,930, indicating a shift in investment focus towards larger, more impactful projects.
• India's Rise: India became the top destination for greenfield FDI in 2015 with $63bn in capital investment, surpassing both China and the US.
• China's Decline: China experienced a 23% decline in capital investment and a 16% drop in FDI projects, marking a significant slowdown.
• Asia-Pacific Dominance: The region remained the leading destination for FDI, accounting for 45% of global capital investment, with a 29% increase in total investment despite a 7% drop in projects.

FDI Trends by Region

Asia-Pacific

• India's Leadership: India attracted $63bn in FDI, making it the top recipient in the region.
• Growth in Key Sectors: Renewable energy projects increased by 50%, and capital investment reached $76bn, contributing over 10% of global greenfield investment.
• Top States for FDI: Gujarat (India) was the top destination state with $12.4bn, followed by Maharashtra (India), Shanghai (China), and others.
• India's Growth Drivers: The Modi government's reforms, including labour law changes and liberalisation of sectors, helped boost FDI and job creation.

Europe

• FDI Decline: FDI project numbers fell by 9%, continuing a trend from 2014.
• UK and Ireland: These countries saw increases in project numbers (3% and 4%, respectively).
• Serbia's Growth: Capital investment in Serbia nearly doubled to $4.4bn, driven by joint investments from UAE-based firms.
• Capital Investment Increase: Despite a decline in project numbers, capital investment from Europe increased by 7% to $258.5bn.
• Top Source Countries: The UK, Germany, and France accounted for over 50% of all FDI projects from Europe in 2015.

FDI Trends by Sector

• Coal, Oil, and Natural Gas: These sectors remained the largest generator of capital investment globally, with $113.5bn in 2015.
• Renewable Energy: The sector saw a 50% increase in project numbers and $76bn in capital investment, indicating a growing interest in sustainable investments.
• Transport Equipment and ICT: These sectors were among the top contributors to FDI in India and China.

Key Trends and Highlights

• India's Overtaking of China: India's FDI growth was driven by a combination of economic reforms and increased investor confidence.
• Impact of M&A: While M&A contributed to a 36% increase in overall FDI flows, greenfield FDI growth was more moderate, at 8.6%.
• Global Confidence in India: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Make in India" campaign and FDI liberalisation played a crucial role in attracting foreign capital.
• FDI Forecast for 2016: The report forecasts a 5% decline in greenfield FDI for 2016 due to global uncertainties, with a slow recovery expected from 2017 to 2020 at 3%–5% annual growth.

Conclusion

The fDi Report 2016 underscores the resilience of greenfield FDI in 2015, particularly in India, which emerged as a major player in the global FDI landscape. While Asia-Pacific dominated in terms of capital investment, Europe saw mixed results, with some countries like Serbia and the UK experiencing growth. The report also highlights the importance of policy reforms and economic stability in attracting and sustaining FDI flows. As the global economy faces new challenges in 2016, the report anticipates a recovery in greenfield investment over the next few years.