Question

In 2004, inward FDI accounted for some 24% of the gross fixed capital formation in Ireland, but only 0.6% in Japan. What do you think explains the difference in FDI inflows into the two countries?

Read the Management Focus on Cemex and then answer the following questions:

Which theoretical explanation, or explanations, of FDI best explains Cemex’s FDI?    

What is the value that Cemex brings to the host economy? Can you see any potential drawbacks of inward investment by Cemex in an economy?

NAFTA has produced significant benefits for the Canadian, Mexican and U.S. economy. Discuss.

Please explain it in your own WORDS NOT FROM SOMEWHERE ELSE.

Answer 1