Inward Investment

China and Europe to continue Latin American investments

Many of the countries sprinkled across south America are enjoying periods of growth, as natural resources and higher standards of education than before present the region as a fantastic place to invest

Chinese investment in Latin America has increased dramatically over the last decade. An article in Latin Finance points out that bilateral investment between the two countries has grown by 1,400 percent, which equals about $140bn. The Chinese investmen...

GCC in the driving seat

As the majority of the world’s economies struggle, there are still regions with growing economies and vast business potential. At the forefront of this pack are the GCC countries who are making award-winning progress

It’s a cruel set of circumstances that casts the nations of the Gulf Cooperation Council in such good health. With Europe struggling to implement austerity, the US economy at crawl pace and even China’s mighty growth hitting a few speed bumps, the Gul...

Latin America creates rival to Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley should watch its back. Latin American countries are creating well-funded, technologically adept competition who are seeking success instantly

Chinese takeaways, famously beloved of Silicon Valley computer wizards, may soon need to add nachos and burritos to the menu. Latin America’s high-tech industries are starting to come of age, and seriously talented, digitally educated Latin Americans ar...

China and Europe to continue Latin American investments

Many of the countries sprinkled across south America are enjoying periods of growth, as natural resources and higher standards of education than before present the region as a fantastic place to invest

Latin America creates rival to Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley should watch its back. Latin American countries are creating well-funded, technologically adept competition who are seeking success instantly

Booming Brazil overtakes Britain

The Latin American powerhouse’s recent growth has continued ahead of the curve, pointing to a prosperous future

Chinese investment in Pakistan continues to grow

With more than a few common enemies, it seems China and Pakistan have formed a strong economic bond, allowing both nations to flourish

The door to Myanmar swings open

Foreign investors currently require a local partner to delve into Myanmar’s potentially lucrative market, but that may be about to change

Gillard to revamp Ozonomics

Australia’s new prime minister Julia Gillard has set out to attract international investment and stimulating growth at home, whilst cleaning up the country’s energy output

PwC reconsiders shipping and energy sectors

Cyprus’ position as a viable maritime centre is solid. But what sets it apart from other established maritime hubs and how do these aspects benefit shipping companies?

Negative outlook for Cypriot economy

As the nation watches on while the eurozone falls apart, Cypriot finance ministers might find themselves in hot water before long

Commission’s White Paper urges working for longer

EU aims to develop scheme encouraging “better opportunities for older workers” with tax incentives for those involved

GCC in the driving seat

As the majority of the world’s economies struggle, there are still regions with growing economies and vast business potential. At the forefront of this pack are the GCC countries who are making award-winning progress

French interest in Libya remains strong

France is set to re-establish itself as an arms supplier to the new independent state of Libya, following a recent military contract between the two countries

Congo opens up to mining as investors take note

Although a lawsuit has delayed substantial maneuvers, interested parties are moving into Congo

Zimbabwe

234.1% of GDP, pariah of debt markets, but with hopes for a healthy twelve months ahead

Japan

197.5%, hard-hit by the tsunami, and reeling from the internal corruption allegations

Greece

142.8%, possibly heading for default, and considered one of many eurozone bad boys

Lebanon

133.8%, deceptively, has a strong banking sector, but little more in an ailing economy

Iceland

126%, hopelessly indebted banks and very little light at the end of a long and gloomy tunnel

Italy

119% of GDP, in need of reform, paying over 7% for its debt thanks to technocratic leadership

Singapore

106%, to many an idyllic investment destination, a great borrower, repayer, and long term option

Belgium

101%, no government for most of 2011 didn’t help a weak economy in dire need of stimulus

Egypt

90%, high but it’s recovering from a long and protracted revolution and aiming high

European Union

82%, stronger countries like Germany are contaminated by the weakest. It could go on…