This paper has empirical character and investigates locational determinants of the inward foreign direct investment （FDI） stock among 50 states of the United States. The analysis uses annual data for the period from...This paper has empirical character and investigates locational determinants of the inward foreign direct investment （FDI） stock among 50 states of the United States. The analysis uses annual data for the period from 1997 to 2007. The study identifies several state-specific determinants of FDI and investigates the changes in their importance during the study period. Our results show that among the major determinants, the real per capita income, real per capita expenditure on education, FDI related employment, plus real research and development expenditure are found to have a significant positive impact on inward FDI. There is also evidence that manufacturing density and unionization exert a small positive impact on inward FDI. In addition, per capita state taxes, the share of scientists and engineers in the workforce, real capital expenditure, and unemployment rate exert a negative impact on FDI.展开更多
This paper critically reviews Chinese companies' foreign direct investment practices of recent years. Using case studies involving overseas Greenfield as well as merger and acquisition(M&A) of Chinese enterpri...This paper critically reviews Chinese companies' foreign direct investment practices of recent years. Using case studies involving overseas Greenfield as well as merger and acquisition(M&A) of Chinese enterprises, we aim to draw lessons from these experiences. However, because of increasing importance of outbound acquisitions by Chinese companies, this paper focuses on Chinese M&A activities. After presenting the theoretical discussions of post-acquisition organizational integration, this paper identifies factors that have contributed to less than expected performances of Chinese foreign investments. Three main factors are identified as the plausible causes of the less than satisfactory outcomes: inadequate due diligence, not considering political and country risks, and cultural differences. In all cases, inexperience of Chinese enterprises in foreign direct investment, either in Greenfield form or M&A, has attributed to the problems. Therefore, summing the experiences of the Chinese enterprises that have foreign direct investment is essential for those Chinese investors that intend to invest overseas. Conduct of meaningful, in-depth due diligence before serious negotiations for investment or acquisition, inclusion of risk premium for political risk in cash flow analysis, and early post-merger integration planning are essential for avoidances of bitter outcomes many Chinese investors experienced overseas.展开更多
Since China’s opening and reform began, China has attracted a large inflow of foreigndirect investment (FDI). This is largely due to the stable development of the economy,preferential policies, rich resources, cheap ...Since China’s opening and reform began, China has attracted a large inflow of foreigndirect investment (FDI). This is largely due to the stable development of the economy,preferential policies, rich resources, cheap labor, and bright market prospects. The amountof FDI actually used by China in 2004 reached US$60.63 billion, maintaining the growthmomentum that started in 2000, ranking China as second in the world. FDI’s positions inindustrial production, in industrial structure upgrade, and in import/export have beenstrengthened. The technical level has continued to rise and the number of R&D centers setup in China has been increasing. The increasing role of FDI in China’s economy hasaroused growing concern from all quarters. 2004 was a year that witnessed the mostextensive discussion among economists and other circles on the advantages anddisadvantages of FDI in China. Is the amount of FDI too much? Have foreign-fundedenterprises introduced advanced technologies? Have they produced an overflowing effect?Is there a monopoly on the domestic market by foreign capital? And does it affect economicstability and national security? (Guo Hong, 2004)展开更多
文摘This paper has empirical character and investigates locational determinants of the inward foreign direct investment （FDI） stock among 50 states of the United States. The analysis uses annual data for the period from 1997 to 2007. The study identifies several state-specific determinants of FDI and investigates the changes in their importance during the study period. Our results show that among the major determinants, the real per capita income, real per capita expenditure on education, FDI related employment, plus real research and development expenditure are found to have a significant positive impact on inward FDI. There is also evidence that manufacturing density and unionization exert a small positive impact on inward FDI. In addition, per capita state taxes, the share of scientists and engineers in the workforce, real capital expenditure, and unemployment rate exert a negative impact on FDI.
文摘This paper critically reviews Chinese companies' foreign direct investment practices of recent years. Using case studies involving overseas Greenfield as well as merger and acquisition(M&A) of Chinese enterprises, we aim to draw lessons from these experiences. However, because of increasing importance of outbound acquisitions by Chinese companies, this paper focuses on Chinese M&A activities. After presenting the theoretical discussions of post-acquisition organizational integration, this paper identifies factors that have contributed to less than expected performances of Chinese foreign investments. Three main factors are identified as the plausible causes of the less than satisfactory outcomes: inadequate due diligence, not considering political and country risks, and cultural differences. In all cases, inexperience of Chinese enterprises in foreign direct investment, either in Greenfield form or M&A, has attributed to the problems. Therefore, summing the experiences of the Chinese enterprises that have foreign direct investment is essential for those Chinese investors that intend to invest overseas. Conduct of meaningful, in-depth due diligence before serious negotiations for investment or acquisition, inclusion of risk premium for political risk in cash flow analysis, and early post-merger integration planning are essential for avoidances of bitter outcomes many Chinese investors experienced overseas.
文摘Since China’s opening and reform began, China has attracted a large inflow of foreigndirect investment (FDI). This is largely due to the stable development of the economy,preferential policies, rich resources, cheap labor, and bright market prospects. The amountof FDI actually used by China in 2004 reached US$60.63 billion, maintaining the growthmomentum that started in 2000, ranking China as second in the world. FDI’s positions inindustrial production, in industrial structure upgrade, and in import/export have beenstrengthened. The technical level has continued to rise and the number of R&D centers setup in China has been increasing. The increasing role of FDI in China’s economy hasaroused growing concern from all quarters. 2004 was a year that witnessed the mostextensive discussion among economists and other circles on the advantages anddisadvantages of FDI in China. Is the amount of FDI too much? Have foreign-fundedenterprises introduced advanced technologies? Have they produced an overflowing effect?Is there a monopoly on the domestic market by foreign capital? And does it affect economicstability and national security? (Guo Hong, 2004)
