Influence of Foreign Direct Investment Flows on the Competitiveness of the Czech Republic

Abstract

The article analyses inflow of foreign direct investment into the Czech Republic. It describes the development in recent years and analyses the influencing factors. Foreign direct investments are a very important financial source in the Czech economy and therefore much attention is paid to the factors which attract the inflow of foreign long-term and non-debt capital. It is important especially for investors during their decision making process of expanding the business abroad. Among others, the most important lures are openness of the country, low labour cost, the exchange rate policy and the overall risk of the country.

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“…The impact of FDI on competitiveness emerges as adoption of new technologies and innovations, spread of managerial knowledge and skills, creation of new workplaces, and direct increase of capital in international markets (Plchova, Gajduskova 2013). Table 1.…”