Foreign Direct Investment in Central Eastern Europe: Case Studies in Firms in Transition FROM THE PUBLISHER
Twelve case studies of foreign direct investment in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia. Included are major firms such as Skoda and Danone, as well as smaller ventures. Careful selection of cases and use of a common analytical framework permits useful comparisons and assessment of: the role of country, sector, technology, and firm-specific characteristics in determining the pattern and nature of FDI; the potential implications of FDI for the competitiveness of the investing firms and of the host economies; and the policy implications for host countries and relevant international institutions.
SYNOPSIS
Presents twelve case studies of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia. Covering large and small firms, the same four manufacturing sectors are discussed for each country. The editors conclude that FDI has some positive effects for firm competitiveness and product quality, but has some deleterious effects on balance of trade for the host countries. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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