Economic impacts of globalisation
I can assess how FDI and TNCs have affected the UK.
Economic impacts of globalisation
I can assess how FDI and TNCs have affected the UK.
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Key learning points
- Globalisation has increased foreign direct investment in the UK.
- Free-trade policies have increased foreign direct investment in the UK.
- Privatisation has increased foreign direct investment in the UK.
- TNCs play a significant role in the UK economy.
Keywords
FDI - foreign direct investment. Investment in a business that operates in another country
TNC - transnational corporation. A company that operates in more than one country
Globalisation - an increased connectedness between different countries that spreads money, ideas, goods and people
Free trade - trade between countries or economic regions where no tariffs (tax) exist on imported or exported goods
Privatisation - the takeover of state-run industries by private corporations
Common misconception
The UK should be cautious of FDI and TNCs.
FDI and TNCs are crucial aspects of international business. Without FDI many businesses would not be able to operate.
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