While macro forces dominate 2026 forecasts, most projects will fail or stall due to operational friction: visa delays, permitting bottlenecks, sourcing disruptions, and infrastructure constraints that emerge during execution.
Our inaugural report identifies 12 critical firm-level risks that will determine investment outcomes in 2026—structured along the corporate location strategy lifecycle from talent planning to post-launch operations.
Why 2026 Matters:
Investment promotion agencies and economic development organizations need actionable intelligence for the year ahead, not just macro analysis. This report delivers a practical framework for identifying and addressing the execution gaps that will separate 2026's announced projects from operating facilities.
What's Inside:
✓ Executive summary of 5 macro forces shaping 2026's global FDI landscape
✓ Deep-dive analysis of 12 micro-level risks with quantified 2026 implications
✓ Sector-specific 2026 projections for semiconductors, EVs, AI, data centers, and advanced manufacturing
✓ Practical recommendations for IPAs and EDOs navigating 2026
Based on 2026 forecasts from: fDi Intelligence, McKinsey Global Institute, European Central Bank, World Bank, and Nueconomy's proprietary corporate intelligence
Who Should Read This:
In 2026's fragmented investment landscape, competitive advantage will belong to locations that solve execution challenges—not just those that survive macro volatility.
