The financial hub of Frankfurt has topped the table in fDi’s 2016/17 German Cities of the Future ranking, with strong showings also from Munich and Berlin. Cathy Mullan analyses the results.
German Cities of the Future 2016/17: a city-by-city guide
Given the record levels of FDI that Germany recorded in 2015, it is clear that the strategies of investment promotion agencies and local governments are having a positive impact, encouraging inward investment. Cathy Mullan reports on how the country's cities are putting themselves on the map.
FDI in Hungary recovers gradually
Investment in Hungary is fighting back after hitting a ten-year low three years ago.
Will banking crisis derail Italy's M&A renaissance?
Italy is experiencing renewed interest among financial investors, which is materialising in intense M&A and private equity activity. But an unfolding banking crisis and the uncertain outcome of a key constitutional referendum are casting new shadow over its horizon, as Jacopo Dettoni reports.
EU cities offer financial alternatives to London post-Brexit
EU cities are courting London's financial community post-Brexit, but the uncertainty about what happens next and the inertia that ties firms to the UK's capital means there are unlikely to be any quick decisions about businesses leaving the City.
Mercedes-Benz bets big on Hungary
Hungary has struck a $1.1bn deal with Mercedes-Benz that has broken the country's record for a single greenfield investment in car manufacturing.
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UK to take M&A hit post-Brexit
British M&A activity to fall by 17%, but a quick Brexit may stem forecast losses
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UK’s post-Brexit tax plans in question
Legal experts are weighing up the possible consequences for the UK if promised corporate tax proposals are carried out.
French ambassador to UK: “Collaboration stronger than ever”
The French ambassador to the UK has defied Brexit confusion to reaffirm the two countries’ relationship.
Catalonia’s FDI on the Rise
The region and its capital Barcelona are showing strong growth, both nationally and in the context of Europe.
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