Foreign Direct Investments - Determining Factors and Dynamics in Romania

Abstract

This paper aims to analyse the dynamics of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Romania during the period 2013–2024, with the objective of identifying trends in FDI flows and stocks, the sectoral distribution, and the countries of origin of investors. Definitions and classifications of FDI according to specialised institutions' methodologies will be presented, highlighting their role in economic growth, technology transfer, and integration into global production chains.