The Netherlands leads European outward FDI positions, followed by Germany and Luxembourg, showing robust investment flows with values of 3.3568, 2.0608, and 1.8462 trillion euros respectively in 2023. Significant growth was observed in Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, with the latter achieving the highest year-on-year increase in 2023 at 23.05%. Overall, European countries experienced varied year-on-year changes, with Greece exhibiting a decline. CAGR over the last five years indicates steady growth across most countries, revealing strong investment confidence despite economic fluctuations.
Future trends to watch include sustained growth in the Baltics and emerging shifts in investor focus due to changing economic climates. Monitoring geopolitical dynamics and ESG criteria's increasing role in FDI decisions will be crucial for predicting future investment flows.
Top countries in Outward FDI Positions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 3,356,800 | 2023 | +5.4% | +11.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,060,800 | 2023 | +4.44% | +6.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Luxembourg | 1,846,200 | 2023 | +22.61% | +10.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,445,300 | 2023 | +3.47% | +2.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 1,237,100 | 2023 | +11.89% | +8.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 645,990 | 2023 | +0.51% | +6.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 520,810 | 2023 | -1.88% | +1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 252,440 | 2023 | +3.36% | +4.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 15,280 | 2023 | -2.41% | -2.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 12,230 | 2023 | +5.59% | +13.87% | View data |
