Foreign direct investment

Both portfolio inflows and foreign direct investments (FDI) into Türkiye are expected to increase this year, says Nail Olpak, the president of the Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK).

Confidence in the economy is increasing due to the decline in the country's credit debt swaps (CDS) and rating upgrades, he said.

The upward trend in capital inflows from abroad for the acquisition of real estate continues this year, as, according to Bank of Greece data, a total of 1.9 billion euros has been invested in the first nine months of this year, an amount that is 17% higher than the same period in 2023.

Foreign investment in Bulgaria has drastically fallen by 65% in 2024, according to the latest data from the Bulgarian National Bank, which was reported at the end of October. This decline is attributed to several factors, including weakening demand from traditional markets in Europe and around the world, as well as ongoing political uncertainty within the country.

Hungary is digging for golden visas. Despite pressure from the European Union, Prime Minister Viktor Orban re-launched a residency-by-investment program in July. Overall, though, these schemes' shine is fading because they add little to GDP, inflate house prices and irk locals. Geopolitical risks may spur demand as more rich expats look for safe havens.

“The bill concerns the incorporation of two directives of the European Parliament, regulates and addresses critical issues requested by the market and necessary for the proper functioning of business activity in our country,” the Minister of Development Takis Theodorikakos during the passage of the bill on Sustainability Reports.

Bulgaria's 17-year membership in the European Union has not lived up to the expectations of many Bulgarians, according to Senior Assistant Professor Dr. Tsvetomir Tsvetkov from Sofia University.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bulgaria recorded a net positive flow of 1.24 billion euros for the first nine months of 2024, equating to 1.2% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP), according to data from the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB). Despite the positive figure, this represents a significant decline of 63.3% compared to the same period in 2023.

Europe could soon welcome a wave of wealthy Americans, as Democratic voters facing the prospect of a new Donald Trump presidency, consider leaving the country, CNN reports in a report.

A notable number of American citizens dissatisfied with Donald Trump's recent election victory are considering relocation to Europe through Golden Visa programs, with Greece emerging as one of the preferred destinations.

The 8th InvestGR Forum 2025: "Greece, Regional Leader" will take place on July 15, 2025, at the Athens Conservatoire, its organizers announced on Wednesday.