US Tops Global Investment Share as Trump Starts Second Term

The United States has experienced a significant increase in cross-border investment projects, securing 14.3% of global greenfield investments in the 12 months leading to November 2024, up from 11.6% in 2023. This surge comes as Donald Trump begins his second term, with global attention focused on his potential impact on international investments. Business and political leaders are gathering in Davos to discuss the implications of Trump's policies, including reshored production and increased tariffs, on the global economy. Trump is scheduled to address the World Economic Forum via video link, where he will outline his economic plans. Notably, he has not yet implemented higher import tariffs through executive orders issued on his inauguration day. The US currently leads in global foreign direct investment (FDI), surpassing both China and Germany.