In 2023, the Water Supply and Waste Management inward FDI stock in the UK stood at USD 4.55 billion. Analyzing the year-on-year variation, we observe an average decrease of 1.23% over the last two years. Reviewing the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the previous five years reveals an average annual decrease of 2.88%. From the perspective of historical data, the sector experienced significant dips between 2014 and 2016 before making a recovery in 2018. However, since 2019, the trend generally demonstrates a steady decrease, catching only momentary recoveries.

Future trends to watch for:

An expected continuous reduction in FDI stocks, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -1.05% between 2024 and 2028.
An anticipated overall decline of 5.16% over the same period.
The sector may face further challenges due to economic uncertainties and regulatory changes impacting investment attractiveness.
Potential impacts from technological advancements and environmental policies might alter future investment dynamics.