Germany has become the top choice for foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2023, overtaking the United States, with a total investment of €410 billion, according to recent Eurostat data.
As reported by Euronews, FDI in 11 EU countries collectively reached €3,263 billion in 2023, an increase from €3,241 billion in 2022. Germany emerged as the top destination, attracting 12.6% of EU total, followed by the United States at €406 billion, France at €356 billion, and the United Kingdom at €290 billion.
European countries have faced significant challenges in securing FDI due to slow economic growth, high inflation, rising geopolitical tensions, and escalating energy prices in recent years.