The inward FDI stocks in the UK's water supply and waste management sector are forecasted to decline consistently over the next five years, decreasing from 0.2 in 2024 to 0.16 by 2028. This shows a steady downward trend with year-on-year variations indicating a uniform 5% decline annually. Compared to 2023, the trend suggests an ongoing reduction in investment appeal. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period reflects this negative trend, showing an average annual decline of 5%.

Future trends to watch for:

Environmental regulations tightening, potentially impacting investment flows.
Technological advances in waste management offering new opportunities.
Global economic factors influencing investment dynamics in sustainable infrastructure.