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We Agree: 'We Want Companies to Hire and Grow in America'

When international companies decide to set up operations in the United States, they pack along much more than the capital required to build a facility. American workers at international companies earn over $81,000 annually, 26 percent more than the average American worker.

FDI in the United States, Quarter One 2019

Foreign direct investment in the United States totaled $79.5 billion in the first-quarter of 2019.

International Companies Fuel U.S. Innovation

International companies continue to expand their research and development (R&D) activities in the United States.

FDI in the United States, Preliminary 2018

Foreign direct investment in the United States equaled $270 billion in 2018, down eight percent from 2017 and 44 percent from 2016.

International Companies Boost U.S. Exports

International companies operating in the United States boost domestic exports by shipping finished goods from their U.S. facilities to customers around the world.

Thrive

How International Companies Are Strengthening U.S. Communities

2019 National FDI Fact Sheet

Foreign direct investment strengthens America's economy and builds opportunity for U.S. workers.

Foreign Direct Investment in the United States, Preliminary 3rd Quarter 2018

Third-quarter 2018 FDI flows in the United States registered $116.3 billion, following a divestment of less than $1 billion in the second quarter.

Inbound Investment Survey - November 2018

The optimism that international companies expressed last spring has largely faded in light of growing trade uncertainty.

Indiana Open Investment Policy Statement

“I’m committed to taking Indiana to the world and bringing the world back to Indiana,” said Governor Eric Holcomb.

Missouri Open Investment Policy Statement

Highlighting international companies' contributions to Missouri workforce development, Governor Mike Parson reaffirms that the state welcomes foreign direct investment.

Economic Bedrock

How international companies boost America's economic advantage and build American opportunity.

FDI in the United States, Second Quarter 2018

Second-quarter 2018 foreign direct investment flows in the United States were in negative territory, resulting in a divestment of $8.2 billion.

FDI in the United States 2018 Report

The United States was the world’s largest investment destination at the end of 2017, with cumulative foreign direct investment in the United States (FDIUS) surpassing $4 trillion.

Governor Matt Bevin Signs Kentucky's First Open Investment Policy Proclamation

Reaffirms that international companies are a valuable part of Kentucky's economy

Kentucky Open Investment Policy Statement

Governor Bevin reaffirms that Kentucky is open for business and is committed to treating international companies fairly and helping them succeed.

Modernizing CFIUS Is Good for U.S. Economic Competitiveness

Lawmakers have developed a thoughtful and bipartisan process to modernize CFIUS, resulting in the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA).

GBA Comments on Proposed 232 Auto Tariffs

The administration’s proposed tariffs would hamper investment in the U.S. auto sector.

New Name — Same Mission

After 30 years, the Organization for International Investment (OFII) is now the Global Business Alliance. We remain dedicated to promoting and defending a fair economy that welcomes international companies to invest in America.

When America is open for business, we all benefit.

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