FAQs

• What is classified as a FDI project?

  fDi Markets tracks crossborder investment in a new physical project or expansion of an existing investment which creates new jobs and capital investment. Joint ventures are only included where they lead to a new physical operation. Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and other equity investments are not tracked. There is no minimum size for a project to be included.

• What information sources are used to collate and validate data for fDi Reports?

  fDi Intelligence has an in-house team of analysts who search on a daily basis -

  • Financial Times newswires and internal information sources.
  • Thousands of media sources, including all of the world's top business sources.
  • Project data received from over 2,000 industry organisations and investment agencies.
  • Data purchased from market research and publication companies.

  Each project identified is cross-referenced against multiple sources, with primary focus on direct company sources.

  As our data is collected primarily from publicly available sources, Financial Times Ltd takes no responsibility for the accuracy or otherwise of the data.

• How can I access the data?

  You can purchase summary trends reports online, click here to view the available reports.
  Alternatively if you require more in-depth analysis or access to on-going data please contact us to discuss the options.

• Can I purchase a customised report?

  Yes, fDi Intelligence offers customs reports to suit your requirements. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

• I have a problem with the site or payment, who do I contact?

  Please contact fDi@ft.com or +44 (0) 20 7775 6526