A Critical Analysis of Economic, Political, and Financial Determinants Influencing Location Choices of Foreign Direct Investments
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Foreign direct investment, Multinational corporations, Location ChoicesAbstract
This paper critically examines the determinants influencing the location choices of foreign direct investments (FDI), focusing on economic, political, and financial risks. The research explores how country risks—political stability, corruption levels, and democratic accountability—affect multinational corporations' (MNCs) decisions to invest. It also investigates financial risks, particularly exchange rate volatility, and its impact on FDI, finding that higher volatility deters investment. Additionally, the paper evaluates economic risks such as inflation, GDP, and unemployment rates, revealing their dual role in both attracting and deterring FDI. Using data from various countries, the study concludes that countries with stable governments, low corruption, democratic accountability, stable exchange rates, and healthy economic indicators are more attractive to FDI. This analysis helps MNCs make informed decisions about investing in different international markets.
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