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Business leaders looking for expansion try tapping European markets
which have showed signs of accelerated growth. Investing n Europe allows
companies to access EU markets without any trade barriers and the
necessary workforce and resources that are needed to achieve long term
success are readily available.
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UK is the leader of foreign investment in Europe. The UK is a hotbed of
activity for foreign investment in Europe, especially from American
companies. The UK offers vast business opportunities for investors. Low
labor costs and high returns make it an attractive investment
destination. The UK was successful in retaining its top position in
terms of foreign investment in Europe in 2008.
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15 Reasons why investing in the UK is profitable in comparison to other
countries.
The
easiest place to establish and run a business is Europe: According to a
World Bank study, it takes only 13 days to establish a business in the
UK. The World Bank has ranked the UK first in Europe and sixth in the
world to operate business.
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internationally competitive tax environment for foreign investors: the
UK has the lowest corporate tax at 28 percent which is the lowest in the
G7. The highest personal tax bond at 40 percent is also the lowest in
the EU.
Most Flexible market in Europe: According to a World Bank report, the UK
stands at second place to employ workers.
Least barriers to entrepreneurship: OECD has identified the UK as second
in the world for Product Market Regulation. It also ranks second for the
least barriers to entrepreneurship and third for the least barriers to
trade investment in the world.
World leader in innovation: the UK is known for its quality research
base and ranks second on the list of most productive places for
innovation.
Stable Political Environments: Transparency International rates the UK
high on the transparency list. The UK is the country with the least
corruption in the world. It achieves a higher rating in comparison to
the US, Japan, Germany and France.
Stable Regulatory Environment: the UK follows a consultative approach
for formulation of regulation which is beneficial for a business
environment.
Easy property registration: Registering property in the UK is easier in
comparison to Italy, Ireland, France and Germany.
International language for business: English being the operational
language has advantages when doing business globally.
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Talent: the UK is home to the top six universities in Europe. Two of the
top six best schools in the UK figure in top three global universities.
Gateway to the EU market: The UK acts as an excellent gateway to the
European market which has 27 member states and an approximate population
of 500 million.
Strong Communication Network: The UK has extensive broadband markets
amongst the G7 countries and also the strongest ICT infrastructure in
the world.
Strong transport links: The UK is known for its world class transport
links. The government has taken steps to improve air facilities, rail
network and rail freight infrastructure.
Leading Financial Center: London which is world's largest financial
center is situated in the UK.
Rapid productivity growth: Te UK has taken a major leap in terms of
productivity in comparison to its other core competitors.
The
UK's diverse economy is the perfect location for businesses to explore
their international business potential. The UK is the second largest
exporter of commercial services and the seventh largest exporter of
merchandise. All these factors make it the hotspot for foreign direct
investment.
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