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Economic Bedrock

How international companies boost America's economic advantage and build American opportunity.

FDI in the United States, Second Quarter 2018

Second-quarter 2018 foreign direct investment flows in the United States were in negative territory, resulting in a divestment of $8.2 billion.

FDI in the United States 2018 Report

The United States was the world’s largest investment destination at the end of 2017, with cumulative foreign direct investment in the United States (FDIUS) surpassing $4 trillion.

Governor Matt Bevin Signs Kentucky's First Open Investment Policy Proclamation

Reaffirms that international companies are a valuable part of Kentucky's economy

Kentucky Open Investment Policy Statement

Governor Bevin reaffirms that Kentucky is open for business and is committed to treating international companies fairly and helping them succeed.

Modernizing CFIUS Is Good for U.S. Economic Competitiveness

Lawmakers have developed a thoughtful and bipartisan process to modernize CFIUS, resulting in the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA).

OFII Comments on Proposed 232 Auto Tariffs

The administration’s proposed tariffs would hamper investment in the U.S. auto sector.

FDI in the United States, First Quarter 2018

Foreign direct investment in the United States totaled nearly $58 billion in the first-quarter 2018, a 28 percent increase from fourth-quarter 2017.

Foreign Direct Investment in the US 2017 Report

Foreign firms make yearly investments in the United States, which benefit the American economy in numerous ways.

What International Companies Mean for the U.S. Economy

International companies employ 7.1 million U.S. workers, providing compensation that is 26 percent higher than the economy-wide average.

FDI in the United States, Fourth Quarter 2017

Foreign direct investment totaled nearly $60 billion in the fourth-quarter 2017, an eight percent decrease from third-quarter 2017.

Corporate Citizen of the Year 2017: Toyota Motor North America

Toyota helped Children's Hospitals develop new standards, decreasing infection rates by approximately 80 percent.

Samsung's Military Spouse Education + Employment Program

Explore the program that helped reduce the financial burdens of military spouses and their families.

Inbound Investment Survey - April 2018

Survey findings show that the new tax law has improved U.S. competitiveness.

2018 POTUS Meeting with European Leaders on U.S. Investment in Davos

President Donald Trump arrived at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, to pitch to the global elite.

FDI in the United States, Third Quarter 2017

During the third quarter of 2017, foreign direct investment in the United States was slightly below average.

Watch Nancy McLernon's Testimony on CFIUS

The Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade examines the operations and challenges of the multi-agency CFIUS.

Kindergarteners Explain the Political Environment in Their Own Words

Watch this video of kindergarten students explaining the political environment and various issues in Washington, D.C.

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