2023 global FDI declines 2% to $1.3 trillion due to geopolitical tensions and a slowing economy, but UNCTAD predicts modest growth in 2024.

2023 saw a 2% decline in global FDI to $1.3 trillion, according to the U.N. trade body, UNCTAD. The decrease is attributed to growing geopolitical tensions and a slowing global economy. Despite this, UNCTAD predicts a potential return to modest FDI growth in 2024, citing the easing of financial conditions and efforts towards investment facilitation.

June 20, 2024
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