Logistics and transport company Pilot Freight Services used the global recession to its advantage, expanding aggressively and taking on more staff, all with a view to providing a better service to its clients. The results so far suggest that this bravery has paid off.
New Jersey's new investment landscape
New Jersey's proximity to some of the US's biggest metropolises may be a source of envy to some states, but its budget deficit and record on FDI most certainly were not. However, a new governor has brought with him a change in mindset, which has garnered some impressive results.
Latin America show's ICT promise
Despite a slight slowing in the first half of 2012, Latin America's software, IT and communications sector has been showing impressive growth in recent years, with Brazil being the star performer.
Keeping the love alive: why FDI aftercare must not be ignored
As expansions increase at the expense of greenfield investment, taking an existing partner for granted could become a costly mistake.
Quebec announces natural resources extraction plan
A new plan is set to boost mining activities and green energy production in the Canadian province of Quebec.
Switzerland leads WEF competitiveness ranking
The World Economic Forum has placed Switzerland at the top of its competitiveness index, citing the country's level of innovation, efficient labour market and sophisticated business sector as its key attributes.
Companies need to brace themselves for US clampdown on corruption: J H Cohn
Companies are being advised to be particularly vigilant of the increasingly strict anti-corruption regulations enforced by the US authorities.
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Overall decline in capacity of global IPAs: World Bank
A report by the World Bank shows that the overall performance of investment promotion agencies is in decline, with a significant proportion failing to respond to investor enquiries.
German automotive OEM sector witnesses decline in job creation
In 2008 more than 3000 jobs were created as a result of FDI in the German automotive original equipment manufacturing sector, but job creation has been in decline since.
FDI in Mexico down by nearly one-third
Investment in Mexico is down in the first six months of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011.
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