Foreign investment

China arms itself with new outbound investment rules

Chinese officials say regulations aim to support high-quality expansion of Chinese capital overseas

While financial firms have been the outperformers in Japan this year, the country’s technology companies also have benefited as the popular AI trade broadened.

Global funds buy Japan as they flee Asia’s hottest stock markets

Expectations for stronger corporate governance reforms have also been a driver of foreign inflows into the country

Spain operates the world’s second-largest high-speed rail network, behind only China.
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Why Spain is Europe’s fastest-growing major economy

From high-speed rail and green energy to fashion and food technology, Spain is becoming increasingly relevant for Singapore businesses seeking new partnerships and growth opportunities

The UK’s reputation as a destination for globally-mobile rich investors has taken a hit in recent years.

UK explores ‘invite-only’ investor visa with £5 million cost

The government began drawing up plans last year for a special visa for foreigners who invest significant sums in Britain

UK Investment Minister Jason Stockwood (right) with Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu at their meeting in Singapore on May 12.

Singapore a ‘trusted partner’ in shaping regional trade rules, says UK’s investment minister

There is growing interest from Singaporean investors in priority areas such as venture capital for emerging technologies and infrastructure, says Jason Stockwood

Chinese automaker BYD's presence in the US is focused on electric buses, trucks and forklifts, not cars.

Trump might welcome Chinese investment, but America is wary

Chinese investment in the United States has declined sharply in recent years due to increased screening requirements

The Iran crisis has shown how disruptions can cascade through the global economy, affecting energy markets and shipping routes, among others, says DPM Gan.

Economic Strategy Review: Taking ‘bold bets’, building energy resilience among final recommendations

Of 32 proposals to the Singapore government, the newest are related to energy and supply chain resilience

Paramount said the approval would reduce barriers to further investment, enabling it to seek additional capital from non-US investors.

Paramount seeks FCC approval for foreign investors backing Warner Bros acquisition

Middle Eastern-linked funds have agreed to back its proposed takeover

Toyota has announced plans to invest US$10 billion in the US over the next five years but only offered details on about US$2 billion.

Automakers plan billions in US investments but seek clear trade rules

Uncertainty about the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is delaying investment decisions

Johor's RM110 billion in investments is more than double its 2024 total of RM48.5 billion.

Johor leads as Malaysia’s approved investments hit record RM426.7 billion in 2025

Singapore and China are the top foreign investors, combining to reach RM116.3 billion in approved investments