As of 2023, the Netherlands leads European outward FDI positions in debt with €380.57 billion, followed by Luxembourg and France with €182.7 and €65.3 billion, respectively. Notably, Ireland, Spain, and Italy have negative outward FDI positions, indicating more liabilities than assets abroad. Year-on-year growth in 2023 was highest in Lithuania (22.44%) and Estonia (7.67%), while Belgium saw a significant decline (-17.08%). Over the past five years, there has been a trend of stabilizing or declining outward FDI positions among many European countries, except a few with significant growth spikes.
Future trends to watch include the potential recovery of negative positions as economies stabilize post-pandemic, alongside the influence of geopolitical tensions and economic policies on FDI flows. Technology and sustainability initiatives might also reshape FDI landscapes, favoring countries investing in innovation and green tech.
Top countries in Outward FDI Positions - Debt by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 380,570 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Luxembourg | 182,700 | 2023 | +142.79% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 France | 65,300 | 2023 | +17.92% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 30,460 | 2023 | +5.17% | +7.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6,100 | 2023 | -73.22% | -17.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 3,000 | 2023 | +0.83% | +7.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 1,140 | 2023 | -3.14% | -3.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1,070 | 2023 | +6.18% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1,010 | 2023 | +2.86% | +22.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 523 | 2023 | +3.16% | +2.65% | View data |
