The 2023 data reveals that the Netherlands leads in European outward FDI positions by debt share, significantly outpacing others with a value of 70.93 million euros. Luxembourg and France follow but with markedly lower figures of 34.05 and 12.17 million euros, respectively. Notably, countries such as Finland, Greece, and Portugal have negative holdings, with Ireland showing the largest negative position at -15.03 million euros.
Despite these differences, significant year-on-year variations occurred in 2023, with Lithuania showing a remarkable 22.44% increase, Estonia increasing by 7.67%, and Austria also rising by 7.36%. Conversely, Belgium decreased sharply by 17.08%.
Future trends to watch for in European outward FDI positions include potential growth in Eastern European markets, driven by Lithuania's recent uptick. Additionally, geopolitical shifts and economic policies could influence these debt shares further, with the Netherlands set to maintain its stronghold unless significant policy changes occur. Monitoring these changes will be essential for understanding European investment trajectories.
Top countries in Outward FDI Positions - Debt Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 70.93 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Luxembourg | 34.05 | 2023 | +142.79% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.17 | 2023 | +17.92% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 5.68 | 2023 | +5.17% | +7.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1.14 | 2023 | -73.22% | -17.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 0.56 | 2023 | +0.83% | +7.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 0.21 | 2023 | -3.14% | -3.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.2 | 2023 | +6.18% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.19 | 2023 | +2.86% | +22.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.097 | 2023 | +3.16% | +2.65% | View data |
