A team effort in an overlooked area of the UK – principally the counties of Cheshire and Staffordshire – is set to maximise the investment benefits offered by the HS2 high-speed rail link, as Roz Hanna discovers.
Latvia joins the OECD
Latvia joined the group of the 34 most advanced countries on June 2 after introducing changes to its troublesome banking sector and promoting better governance for state-owned enterprises. Minister for economics Arvils Ašeradens talked to Jacopo Dettoni.
EY Italy chief on the country’s FDI comeback
Italy has navigated stormy economic waters for years. But, as EY Italy CEO Donato Iacovone tells Jacopo Dettoni, the country is trying to regain some of its investment appeal on the back of the government’s reform agenda.
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London retail rising in the west
Figures from MasterCard and a new report highlight the attractiveness of retail options in London’s West End, particularly for overseas visitors.
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FDI from the UK into mid-east US declines
Mid-east US attracts the lion's share of FDI from UK-based investors, however, it has seen inflows decreasing over the past few years.
Lund mayor looks to reap rewards of European Spallation Source
The European Spallation Source, a world-leading scientific research centre, will soon be opening in Lund, Sweden. Natasha Turak speaks to the city's mayor to find out what opportunities this will bring for investors.
Communications investment still in decline in non-western Europe
Capital investment and job creation on the wane in 'rest of Europe' region, with Russia taking the highest number of projects.
Serbian finance minister looks to FDI to fuel country's recovery
Serbia's finance minister, Dusan Vujovic, is a core figure in the country's economic recovery. He tells Jacopo Dettoni how its privatisation programme, economic reforms and infrastructure upgrade will put Serbia on a more stable footing.
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A fintech future? Luxembourg seeks financial technology hub status
Luxembourg is carving out a niche as a finch hub, offering start-ups in the sector an impressive support network. However, can such a small location attract and retain the required talent to compete with the likes of London and San Francisco? Natasha Turak investigates.
View from Europe: Europe has a game plan
A look at the news headlines might suggest that Europe is in dire straits, but its 'Europe 2020 strategy' is still on track, according to the results of a recent annual growth survey.
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