Case summary:
Company V decides to invest in Country R. The tariffs in Country R are more attractive for many manufacturers to make the investments. But in 2014 Country R faced some crisis. For now, Company V made a significant investment in Country R though the company faced some decline which results in overcapacity.
To qualify for the incentive program the company avoids the high import tariffs. Company V has to produce 300,000 vehicles in Country R by 2020 which cannot be obtained in the current market situation.
Characters in the case:
- Company V
- Country R
To discuss: The theory which explains the FDI of company V in Country R.
Introduction:
Foreign direct investment refers to the investment of a firm in one country and operating a business in another country.
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