foreign investment

Can you say unintended consequences?

The ongoing trade war sets a challenging backdrop when trying to convince foreign companies to set up shop in the U.S.

The U.S. imported more goods and services than it exported — around $70 billion worth — in December, according to new data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

There's already a framework in place to prioritize strategic industries like shipbuilding and AI. A group of advisors will make recommendations and President Trump will make the final selection.

Japan is already the biggest foreign investor in the U.S.

Foreigners account for massive portions of bond and stock ownership. Some experts say they fear the economic impact of White House policies.

Because if we want to buy imports, we either have to export an equivalent amount or borrow money.

The Trump administration’s tariffs are likely to slow down the U.S. economy, making U.S. companies and government bonds a less attractive asset. International investors have started to think about investing elsewhere.

Sales of U.S. services to other countries help to redress the balance, along with foreign institutions that invest in the American stock market and debt.

CFIUS has a say in foreign transactions when national security is a concern, including venture capital and real estate deals.