Scotland attracts foreign investment in 2023

Great news to see that in 2023, Scotland secured 142 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects compared to 126 in 2022 — a rise of 12.7% in a year when total projects into the UK as a rose by 6%. This was the fifth consecutive annual increase in projects recorded by Scotland, and the country’s 2023 total of 142 projects represented the largest number it has secured in any year across the past decade.

Scotland outperforms every other part of the UK outwith London on FDI. The underlying strengths of the Scottish economy make it an attractive place to invest. https://lnkd.in/e5nmHr5G

The EY 2024 UK Attractiveness Survey was recently published and shared some detailed insight into UK Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). According to this years’ report, the South-East of England has maintained the same level of FDI projects as recorded in 2022 (67) and is the 4th highest region outside of London to record the greatest number of FDI’s. Reading was the strongest performing location in the region having doubled the number of FDI projects from 5 to 10. Learn more about UK FDI today. #economy #jobcreation #ukforeigndirectinvestment #investment #UKinvestment #EYAttract. https://lnkd.in/ehyAnwpK

Greater London takes the top spot again as the best performing region in UK for foreign direct investment, recording 359 projects in 2023. Scotland was the 2nd highest performer, with West Midlands completing the top 3.   ➡️ Greater London is not only the UK’s best performing region but recorded Europe’s best FDI result, as the region’s number of projects increased by 20% from 2022 ➡️ Scotland recorded 142 FDI projects, a 14% increase from 2022 and its highest total on record ➡️ EY’s latest annual investor sentiment survey found that a record 69% intend to invest in the UK in 2024, with more than half planning to invest in London   📲 Find out more about the prospects for foreign direct investment into UK: https://lnkd.in/dF6TGnWV #BetterWorkingWorld

In the recent EY 2024 UK Attractiveness Survey, it was reported that the South-West of England had seen growth in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects recording a 23% increase from 2022. Bristol was the strongest performing city in the region coming in joint fifth position in cities outside of London to record the highest number of FDI projects. Find out more about UK FDI today. #economy #jobcreation #ukforeigndirectinvestment #investment #UKinvestment #EYAttract. https://lnkd.in/eGYvkDRm

As revealed in the EY 2024 UK Attractiveness Survey, the West Midlands has recorded monumental growth in Foreign Direct Investment Projects (FDI’s), up 72% from 2022. Birmingham in particular saw impressive growth recording 67 FDI projects and was the top performing city outside of London. One of the main contributing factors to this was the rise in manufacturing projects in the West Midlands increasing from 19 projects in 2022 to 30 projects in 2023. Discover more about UK FDI by following the link below. https://lnkd.in/eG2wZnhX #economy #jobcreation #ukforeigndirectinvestment #investment #UKinvestment #EYAttract. 

The EY 2024 UK Attractiveness Survey shows a mixed picture for the North of England. Manchester and Liverpool's continued presence among the top UK cities for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) outside London, and the North West ranking 4th in UK, show the strength of the region. However, the North has seen a decline in projects and job creation in comparison to the previous year. This signals a need for strategic action. The post-election period offers a new opportunity for stability and growth. Let’s capitalise on the UK’s FDI growth and attractiveness to investors and collaborate across the region to secure more investments. Frank O'Keeffe, Hywel Ball, Peter Arnold, Rohan Malik, Noam Handler, Christopher Gallagher, Tehseen Ali, Hilary Heap, Nicola Bamford, Alexandra Fogal, Mark Clephan, Ben Wildsmith, Sam Woodward, Rebecca Rennison, Helen Spence, Liz Jones, Tim West, Michael Scoular, John Divers https://lnkd.in/e92YFY9d

The UK recorded 985 Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects in 2023, ranking it second in Europe. Greater London takes the top spot with 359 FDI projects in 2023. Scotland was the second-highest performer, with the West Midlands completing the top three. ➡️ Greater London is not only the UK’s best-performing region but also recorded Europe’s top FDI result, with the number of projects increasing by 20% from 2022. ➡️ Scotland achieved a record 142 FDI projects, marking a 14% increase from the previous year and its highest total to date. Sue Dawe Ally Scott Nicola McIntyre ➡️ EY’s latest annual investor sentiment survey reveals that a record 69% of investors intend to invest in the UK in 2024, with more than half planning to channel their investments into London. 📲 Find out more about the prospects for foreign direct investment in the UK: https://go.ey.com/3Y5ONT4 #BetterWorkingWorld

Greater London tops the charts as the UK's best-performing region for foreign direct investment in 2023, with a record 359 projects. Scotland follows closely in second, and West Midlands rounds out the top three. ➡️ Greater London also achieved Europe’s best FDI result, with a 20% increase in projects from 2022. ➡️ Scotland recorded 142 FDI projects, marking a 14% rise and its highest total ever. ➡️ EY’s latest survey reveals that 69% of investors plan to invest in the UK in 2024, with over half targeting London. 📲 Discover more about the future of FDI in the UK: https://lnkd.in/eAZZHPw5 #BetterWorkingWorld #EYUK

The UK recorded 985 Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects in 2023, ranking it second in Europe. Greater London takes the top spot with 359 FDI projects in 2023. Scotland was the second-highest performer, with the West Midlands completing the top three. ➡️ Greater London is not only the UK’s best-performing region but also recorded Europe’s top FDI result, with the number of projects increasing by 20% from 2022. ➡️ Scotland achieved a record 142 FDI projects, marking a 14% increase from the previous year and its highest total to date. ➡️ EY’s latest annual investor sentiment survey reveals that a record 69% of investors intend to invest in the UK in 2024, with more than half planning to channel their investments into London. 📲 Find out more about the prospects for foreign direct investment in the UK: https://go.ey.com/3Y5ONT4 #BetterWorkingWorld