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View from America: Party platforms under scrutiny

Now the delegate selection is almost over, it is time to look at what the candidates are likely to put forward as their economic policies.

TSCA reform bill ‘beneficial to foreign investors and manufacturers’

Reforms to the US Toxic Substances Control Act, which have passed through the Senate, will give regulatory clarity and create a stable environment for foreign investors, say proponents.

China’s energy price far exceeds the US

Cost competitiveness was the bedrock upon which China’s position as a manufacturing powerhouse was built. But as the country seeks to move up the value chain, rising costs ensure it will need to compete on quality and other factors regardless.

Escaping the tourist trap

Mayor Buddy Dyer explains how Orlando is banking on biotech and digital media to change the public’s perception of the city as primarily a theme park destination

A digital dream

Tech is big in Texas – but it could be bigger. State governor Greg Abbott talks about how he plans to help his state climb the investment rankings to rival heavy-hitters California and New York

FDI from the UK into mid-east US declines

Mid-east US attracts the lion's share of FDI from UK-based investors, however, it has seen inflows decreasing over the past few years. 

US port development reliant on government, says survey

A survey recently published by the American Association of Port Authorities highlights the importance of government investment to national port development.

View from America: Listening through the noise

While many of the US presidential hopefuls talk about changing the country's business environment, it is worth noting that none are looking to deter foreign investors. 

Sam Liccardo

San Jose mayor looks beyond 'lucky' tech supremacy

The mayor of California's San Jose, Sam Liccardo, acknowledges that he is lucky to be running a city into which investors – particularly tech giants – are flocking, but he tells Michal Kaczmarski that he is keen to maintain a diverse economy and an affordable cost of living for its inhabitants.

Daniel Guerrero

San Marcos mayor happy with his small advantage

The Texan city of San Marcos is establishing a reputation as a tech hub within the state, and counts Amazon among its list of satisfied customers. It's mayor, Daniel Guerrero, tells Michal Kaczmarski why the small but affluent city is proving so adept at punching above its weight.

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