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Foreign direct investment (FDI) is a critical indicator of a region’s economic vitality and global competitiveness.
For economic development organizations (EDOs) of all sizes, understanding where international capital is flowing and what is driving that movement is essential for:
- Shaping effective business attraction strategies
- Targeting the right industries
- Supporting local suppliers of foreign companies
Tracking FDI data allows EDOs to identify their region’s role in the global economy and uncover opportunities to attract investment in strategic sectors. It can also help with business retention and expansion programs by revealing growing trends or specific needs of foreign companies.
At Camoin Associates, we help economic development leaders uncover and interpret FDI data relevant to their geography and goals. We have worked with states, regions, and cities to analyze global investment trends, among other economic indicators, to inform industry strategy and site readiness efforts.
This trends report provides a high-level snapshot of FDI investment trends in the US from June through September 2025. Highlights include:
- 546 FDI projects were announced in the US between June and September 2025, representing a 26% year-over-year decline.
- There was $35.2 billion in total capital investment in the same time period, an 18% drop from last year.
- Western Europe and Asia-Pacific remain the dominant contributors to US FDI, each investing approximately $15-$16 billion and supporting 23,000+ jobs.
- Pennsylvania attracted the most capital investment with $6.7 billion across 28 projects. Texas followed with $5.2 billion and 61 projects.
- The sector that attracted the greatest amount of investment was renewable energy, garnering $3.6 billion in investment over 19 projects. Real estate and pharmaceuticals followed, each with $3.0 billion in investment across 72 and 19 projects, respectively.
If you want to translate labor market and investment data into actionable insights to help your community stand out in an increasingly competitive field, Camoin Associates can help. Contact our Director of Industry and Workforce, Alex Tranmer, CEcD, to learn more at alexandra@camoinassociates.com. 
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