Every year, over 1 trillion USD is distributed around the world in a form of foreign direct investments. Investments coming from foreign investors and entrepreneurs are of significant value to the country and are considered as a sign of healthy economic, political and legislative environment. When it comes to investing your money, some countries are simply better than others. It depends on numerous factors, such as the overall economy and growth opportunities of the country, political stability, taxation and overall legal system, the complexity of company formation, bank account opening and workforce.
In this article, we will summarize three jurisdictions in terms of benefits and other features crucial for foreign investors. These countries have already proven to be able to attract multinational businesses and other investments, but when it comes to choosing the right place for your investments each country is different and might be better than others in one or more factors.
Singapore The first country to analyse is Singapore as it takes the 2nd place among the best countries to invest in and the 15th place among the best countries in the world in the US News Best Countries Ranking developed in cooperation with its international partners.
Located in Southeast Asia, Singapore is a bustling metropolis and a home to one of the busiest ports in the world. As one of the four economic tigers of Asia, the country has experienced an impressive growth in the recent past due to efficient production and manufacturing practices and innovations in pharmaceutical and electronics industries. High GDP per capita and low unemployment place Singapore among the wealthiest countries in the world.
Due to its impressive growth, along with growing immigration Singapore attracts best professionals for its workforce. The country offers cultural diversity and with four official languages is an important gateway for international trade. Corporate tax rate is 17% but can be reduced if taking advantage of numerous government subsidies, incentives and other schemes. Legal system of Singapore is recognized for its integrity, efficiency and fairness making the country better than many others as a place for starting and operating a business. World Bank group has recognized Singapore’s political and regulatory environment as the most business-friendly in the world. Other factors: Least corrupt country in Asia; Best IP protection in Asia; Most popular country for arbitration in Asia. United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates or UAE is listed as the 22nd best country in the world and is not mentioned among the best countries to invest in according to the ranking mentioned above.
Before discovering oil in the middle of the 20th century, UAE’s economy was mainly based on fishing and pearl industries. The country experienced a rapid growth and overall transformation along with the beginning of oil exports in the 1960s. Nowadays, the country’s GDP can be compared with those of leading European countries and World Economic Forum has named UAE as the most competitive place in the Arab world.
When establishing a business in UAE, foreign investors are able to choose between offshore or onshore registrations depending on which suits better for the business nature and planned activities. Onshore registration means that the investor establishes a business presence in the UAE mainland. Meanwhile, offshore registration typically refers to a business presence in one of the free trade zones of the UAE. The UAE does not impose a corporate income tax on a federal level. However, most of the Emirates have some taxation in place for corporate income and can reach even 55% for certain industries. In practice, corporate income tax is mainly imposed on gas and oil companies as well as branches of foreign banks. Other factors: UAE is among the Gulf’s most liberal places with legal system allowing the freedom of religion; No sales tax or VAT, but with plans to introduce in the future; In addition to traditional banking, recently Islamic (or sharia-law compliant) banking has witnessed a tremendous growth. Hong Kong Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. While Hong Kong is often considered as a separate entity from China, it is not a country and therefore enters all lists and rankings under the name of China. China takes 26th place among best countries to invest in and 20th place among best countries in general.
Hong Kong’s legal system is characterised by the strict adherence to principles and the rule of law. It operates a free trade economic system and promotes minimal government interference in most sections of the economy. This reflects on the small number of tariffs and duties on traded goods and therefore it is a better place for investments than other parts of China. Foreign investments are attracted by promoting a favourable investment climate with low taxes, few restrictions and additional incentives to encourage investments. Corporate profits tax rate is 16.5% with a possibility to waive 75% of the tax. There is no tax levied on dividends. Company incorporation is a simple and fast-forward process. All applications for company incorporation also include an application for the business registry. The application can be submitted online and the processing generally takes one hour (as opposed to four days if the application is submitted in hard copy).
Bulgaria is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life. As a developing nation, Bulgaria may not be able to offer consistent social services to its citizens. These social services may include things like public education, reliable healthcare, and law enforcement. Citizens of developing nations may have lower life expectancies than citizens of developed nations. Each year, Bulgaria exports around $27.9 billion and imports roughly $32.88 billion. 5.9% of population in the country are unemployed. The total number of unemployed people in Bulgaria is 415,174. In Bulgaria, 21.8% of the population lives below the poverty line. The percentage of citizens living below the poverty line in Bulgaria is fairly high, but is not reason for complete concern with regard to investments. Potential financial backers should look at other economic markers, including GDP, urbanization rate, and strength of currency, before making any decisions regarding investments. Government expenditure on education is 4.1% of GDP. The Gini Index of the country is 35.4. Bulgaria is experiencing good equality. The majority of citizens in Bulgaria fall within a narrow range of income, although some cases may show significant differences. Bulgaria has a Human Development Index (HDI) of 0.777. Bulgaria has a high HDI score. This indicates that the majority of citizens will be able to attain a desirable life while providing substantial aid and assistance to citizens with lower living standards. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Bulgaria is 1.607. Due to strong law enforcement presence and high social responsibility, Bulgaria is very safe by international standards. The strength of legal rights index for Bulgaria is 9. Overall, it is considered to be rather strong - bancrupcy and collateral laws are able to protect the rights of borrowers and lenders quite well; credit information is abundant and easily accessible.
Currency The currency of Bulgaria is Bulgarian lev. There are several plural forms of the name 'Bulgarian lev'. These are leva, levs. The symbol used for this currency is лв, and it is abbreviated as BGN. The Bulgarian lev is divided into Stotinka; there are 100 in one lev.
Credit rating The depth of credit information index for Bulgaria is 5, which means that information is usually sufficient and quite accessible, although occasionally some necessary details may be lacking. According to the S&P credit-rating agency, Bulgaria has a credit rating score of BB+, and the prospects of this rating are stable. According to the Fitch credit-rating agency, Bulgaria has a credit rating score of BBB-, and the prospects of this rating are stable. According to the Moody's credit-rating agency, Bulgaria has a credit rating score of Baa2, and the prospects of this rating are stable.
Central bank The prime lending rate of Bulgaria's commercial banks is 8.4. In Bulgaria, the institution that manages the state's currency, money supply, and interest rates is called Bulgarian National Bank. Locally, the central bank of Bulgaria is called Българска народна банка. The average deposit interest rate offered by local banks in Bulgaria is 1.7%.
Public debt Bulgaria has a government debt of 47.4% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as assessed in 2012.
Tax information The corporate tax in Bulgaria is set at 10%. Personal income tax ranges from 10% to 10%, depending on your specific situation and income level. VAT in Bulgaria is 20%.
Finances The total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) assessed as Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) in Bulgaria is $129104 billion. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) assessed as Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) per capita in Bulgaria was last recorded at $18 million. PPP in Bulgaria is considered to be below average when compared to other countries. Below average PPP indicates that citizens in this country find it difficult to purchase local goods. Local goods can include food, shelter, clothing, health care, personal care, essential furnishings, transportation and communication, laundry, and various types of insurance. Countries with below average PPP are dangerous locations for investments. The total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Bulgaria is 54,481 billion. Based on this statistic, Bulgaria is considered to have a medium economy. Countries with medium economies support an average number of industries and opportunities for investment. It should not be too difficult to find worthwhile investment opportunities in medium economies. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita in Bulgaria was last recorded at $8 million. The average citizen in Bulgaria has very high wealth. Countries with very high wealth per capita have an extended life expectancy and very high standard of living. Highly skilled workers can be found in many industries, and labor is very expensive in these countries. Countries with very high wealth offer opportunities for safe investments, as they are often supported by a diverse and thriving financial sector. GDP Annual Growth Rate in Bulgaria averaged 1.4% in 2014. According to this percentage, Bulgaria is currently experiencing modest growth.
Major industries in the country are tourism, bauxite/alumina, agricultural-processing, light manufactures, rum, cement, metal, paper, chemical products, telecommunications. The Industrial Production growth rate of Jamaica is -2%.12.1% of population in the country are unemployed. The total number of unemployed people in Jamaica is 350,740. Jamaica produces 4,745 GW/h of electricity each year. Jamaica emits 2.9 metric tons per capita of CO₂. On average, you would pay 1.14 USD for one liter of gasoline in Jamaica. One liter of diesel would cost 0.95 USD.
Labour The total labor force of Jamaica is 1,501,900 people, wherein 17% are working in agriculture, 19% are working in industry, and 64% are employed in services. People in Jamaica speak the Jamaican English language.
The total population of Montenegro is 629,219 people. People in Montenegro speak the Montenegrin language. The median age is approximately 39.2 years. Life expectancy in Montenegro is 76. The female fertility rate in Montenegro is 1.6. Around 23% of the population of Montenegro are obese. To find out specifics of language, religion, age, gender distribution, and advancement of people in Montenegro see the sections below, as well as visit the section concerning the education in the country.
Population In Montenegro, the population density is 45 people per square kilometer (117 per square mile). Because of this statistic, this country is considered to be sparsely populated. The total population of Montenegro is 629,219 people. Montenegro has approximately 82,541 foreign immigrants. Immigrants in Montenegro represent 0.1 percent of the total number of immigrants in the world. Immigrants in Montenegro represent 8.2 percent of the total number of immigrants in the world. Read below for statistics of Montenegro on median age and gender distribution at various ages.
Age The median age is approximately 39.2 years. The median age for men is 38.2, while the median age for women is 40.5.
Gender The sex ratio, or the number of males for each female (estimated at birth), is 1.072. It can be further divided into the following categories: sex ratio under 15 - 0.96; sex ratio from 15 to 64 - 1.08; sex ratio over 64 - 0.68; total sex ratio - 0.99. Total sex ratio is different from sex ratio estimated at birth. This is due to the fact that some newborns are considered in the sex ratio estimated at birth but pass away within the first weeks of their life and are not included in the total sex ratio.
Religion The majority religion of Montenegro is Christianity, the followers of which comprise 71% of all religious believers in the country. Christianity is an Abrahamic monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the New Testament. Christianity is the world's largest religion, with over 2.4 billion adherents, known as Christians. Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God and the savior of humanity whose coming as Christ or the Messiah was prophesied in the Old Testament. Besides Christianity, there are several other religions present within the country. Other religions in Montenegro are Islam, folk religions.
General development Montenegro is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life. As a developing nation, Montenegro may not be able to offer consistent social services to its citizens. These social services may include things like public education, reliable healthcare, and law enforcement. Citizens of developing nations may have lower life expectancies than citizens of developed nations. In Montenegro, 56.84 in every 100 people use internet. Montenegro has a Human Development Index (HDI) of 0.789. Montenegro has a high HDI score. This indicates that the majority of citizens will be able to attain a desirable life while providing substantial aid and assistance to citizens with lower living standards. In Montenegro, 8.6% of the population lives below the poverty line. The percentage of citizens living below the poverty line in Montenegro is low, indicating that it has a stable economy. Investors should consider Montenegro to be a safe location for investments and other financial ventures.
South Korea has a good reputation among other countries worldwide when it comes to company formation. However, there are some basic precautions which must be taken into account when doing business in this country. For example, government transactions necessary for corporate documents completion are done in Korean. For this reason one may need a help of a professional who speaks this language in order to settle business affairs.
Doing business in South Korea Another requirement is that the joint venture partner, if he or she is a South Korean shareholder shouldn't be a nominee in order to meet the rules of foreign company incorporation. Because of the Confucian ethics Koreans respect senior members of any community including business community; therefore senior business partners are welcomed to be present during important business meetings when concluding contracts with Korean clients or suppliers.
When incorporating a company in South Korea, such documents as tax return and annual audited financial statements should be submitted to country's authorities. In order to settle this annual statutory obligation in an effective manner one may need professional advice of Korean business specialist.
Business structures available in South Korea There is a Korean Commercial Act the Commercial Code of Korea which provides for three main types of business organizations: private businesses, corporations and offices. Corporations are usually divided into General Partnership (GP), Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), Joint Stock Corporation (JSC) and Limited Liability Corporation (LLC).
In general there are several business structures available in South Korea these days: local corporation, private business, branch office and liaison office. There are two types of business ventures when it comes to establishing a local corporation (company): joint stock corporation (company) or JSC and a limited liability corporation (company) or LLC. The number of shareholders of LLC is usually not exceeding 50 and there are no requirements of board of directors. JSC must have at least one director who is elected and represents the board of directors.
Private business also includes the same amount of investment. Such business is often treated as Local Corporation due to owner taking all profits made while doing business and being a subject to unlimited liability. Branch office, on the other side, is when there is a representative of a foreign company in the frames of Korean branch office which must be registered with the court.
Business forms In Partnership members have unlimited liabilities, meaning that every member has the authority to represent the company being liable to repay the debts of the company in case it will not repay its debts. However, the transfer of an ownership is limited. In Limited Partnership members have unlimited liabilities and limited liabilities. Unlimited members have the authority to execute the company's corporate affairs. Limited members participate in the company only by making capital investments and do not have executive power.
Korean company formation requirements and restrictions In case if a foreigner wants to register himself as a foreigner-invested business - JSC or LLC the investment amount not less than 100 million is needed. Shares in such companies not necessarily must be held by Korean resident shareholders. JSC and LLC have higher compliance and administrative requirements than other business structure referred to as Branch office. There must be minimum two partners who are not limited by nationality. There are restricted series of sectors for foreign investment existing.
Branch office usually is not recognized as direct foreign investment and is treated as a single legal entity with no limits regarding investment or ownership and no requirements regarding formal incorporation while having rights to engage in sales activity that is why they are best for small-scale operations with an opportunity to move to a local subsidiary later in case it will be needed. Branch office establishment procedure is simpler than as it is with the previous business structure described.
Liaison office usually undertakes non-sales function referred to as market research etc. while not carrying out business that generates profits in the country. It is a business activity which is usually conducted in the name of the parent company. It is quite simple to establish. Such business structure must have been registered at the tax department while being also granted a distinct number, stating business registration.
The logistics performance index of Sweden is 3.96. It indicates good performance - the logistics system is well prepared and organized, shipments mostly arrive on time and are not damaged, and the infrastructure is ready to handle even unpredictably large volumes of traffic as long as they are not overwhelming.
Customs performance is rated at 3.75. This indicates good performance - customs clearance is fast and effective, in some cases it may not exist at all (e.g. at the borders of the Schengen area), which encourages international business activity; The required documents and fees are predictable and publicly available and in some cases (mainly related to visas) can be arranged at the customs office.
The infrastructure quality in Sweden is rated at 4.09. It indicates good quality - roads, railways, ports and other facilities are adapted and regularly maintained to be able to handle high traffic at all times, and most likely there are special facilities to deal with high-intensity and/or special traffic or vehicles ( e.g. highways a.k.a. freeways and deep-water ports).
International shipping quality is 3.76. This indicates good performance - the prices and quality of international shipping services are quite good, attracting foreign customers as the first choice for international transfers.
The competence of logistics service providers is rated at 3.98. Providers are very competent – they ensure high quality of shipments and traffic management at all times, work quickly and reliably; Any errors that may occur are readily compensated.
Tracking options for shipments are rated at 3.97. This indicates good performance – the tracking systems provide detailed and up-to-date information on most shipment parameters, often crossing national (both political and linguistic) barriers and can be qualified as international tracking systems.
Tracking options are rated 4.26. This indicates good performance - shipments almost always arrive within scheduled time frames and often faster than expected.
In Sweden, 100% of the population has access to electricity. Sweden has 231 airports nationwide. There are 5,978,000 internet hosts in Sweden. The number of road motor vehicles per 1000 inhabitants in Sweden is 573.
Road network The total length of roads in Sweden is 579,564 km (360,201 miles). Of these, 2,050 km (1,274 miles) of roads are classified as freeways, dual carriageways, or freeways.
Gas price On average, a liter of petrol costs USD 1.82 in Sweden. A liter of diesel would cost $1.42.
The development of telecommunications and economic globalization have made it possible for interested investors to set up companies all over the world. With proper research, financial investment and legal backing, business ventures can be safely incorporated in almost any country in the world. Building an international business used to be a complicated entrepreneurial venture, but today it is commonplace with the help of experienced legal and business advisors.
The advantages of founding a company abroad are as numerous as they are obvious. Many countries offer specific locational advantages, ranging from natural resources and well-established infrastructure to beneficial laws and regulations that encourage growth in a particular industry. Likewise, it can be difficult to start a business or an acquisition in your own country due to adverse situations: political or regulatory environment, lack of resources and more. In this situation, it makes sense to consider an overseas option that offers greater opportunities for growth, development, and success.
Company registration in Bolivia When starting a business in Bolivia, an interested investor must conduct due diligence regarding legal procedures, international regulations and sufficient investments for success. It is crucial to understand cultural, social and political factors that influence starting and growing one's business. Failure to do so may result in unintended consequences. Poorly researched and toneless international launches often end in disaster as time, money and energy is wasted due to poor planning.
Legal Documents Every country in the world presents its own intricate challenges when it comes to starting, developing and maintaining a business. Owners, financiers and investors must make these commitments with the support of a knowledgeable and experienced legal team. Only someone with in-depth knowledge of local and international corporate law will be able to set up an overseas business while avoiding the pitfalls that plague many new businesses.
Additionally, smart business people can consider ways to invest in foreign companies without actually starting their own businesses. In these situations, it is still beneficial for the investor to partner with a knowledgeable global economics and litigation advisor. International investments create a truly diverse portfolio that offers growth opportunities that were unthinkable decades ago.
Potential investors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs should consider the existing infrastructure in Bolivia when planning to start a new business. While extensive infrastructure and systems can help make the process of starting a business a smooth one, it could also represent market saturation and reduced growth potential. On the other hand, a lack of infrastructure is often a major obstacle to growth; However, the lack of infrastructure points to a clear market opening for a creative and efficient new business.
Trading accounts are opened with a bank or other financial institution and are usually managed by an investment dealer. While stocks are traditionally the most common financial instrument held in a trading account, it can also hold cash, including foreign face values and other financial instruments such as bonds, options, commodities, futures and derivatives.
Trading involves frequent buying and selling of financial instruments with the goal of generating returns that outperform the buy and hold strategy, which is a fairly common strategy in investing. Trading profits are usually made by buying at a low price and selling at a higher price over a short period of time. Trading profits can also be made by selling at a high price and buying at a lower price to cover the position. This is called a "short selling" strategy, which is executed in a falling market.
Trading Account Features Both individuals and companies can open trading accounts and deposit a certain amount of money to execute trades. The minimum deposit amount is usually set by the financial institution and sometimes even by state regulations.
While trading accounts are typically considered for shorter-term transactions than investment accounts with a broker, there is no specific rule defining the boundary between them. The period of time that an open position is held on a trading account is based on a strategy executed by the trader. A position trader can hold an open position for months to several years. Swing traders typically hold positions open for days to several weeks, while day and scalp traders do not hold positions overnight.
Before opening a trading account, it would be helpful to familiarize yourself with different types of trading accounts and other options available. The easiest way to open a trading account is to visit an online brokerage website. There you will find all the information about the services offered including trading accounts.
The development of telecommunications and economic globalization have made it possible for interested investors to set up companies all over the world. With proper research, financial investment and legal backing, business ventures can be safely incorporated in almost any country in the world. Building an international business used to be a complicated entrepreneurial venture, but today it is commonplace with the help of experienced legal and business advisors.
The advantages of founding a company abroad are as numerous as they are obvious. Many countries offer specific locational advantages, ranging from natural resources and well-established infrastructure to beneficial laws and regulations that encourage growth in a particular industry. Likewise, it can be difficult to start a business or an acquisition in your own country due to adverse situations: political or regulatory environment, lack of resources and more. In this situation, it makes sense to consider an overseas option that offers greater opportunities for growth, development, and success.
Company registration in Albania When starting a business in Albania, an interested investor must conduct due diligence on legal procedures, international regulations and sufficient investments for success. It is crucial to understand cultural, social and political factors that influence starting and growing one's business. Failure to do so may result in unintended consequences. Poorly researched and toneless international launches often end in disaster as time, money and energy is wasted due to poor planning.
Legal Documents Every country in the world presents its own intricate challenges when it comes to starting, developing and maintaining a business. Owners, financiers and investors must make these commitments with the support of a knowledgeable and experienced legal team. Only someone with in-depth knowledge of local and international corporate law will be able to set up an overseas business while avoiding the pitfalls that plague many new businesses.
Additionally, smart business people can consider ways to invest in foreign companies without actually starting their own businesses. In these situations, it is still beneficial for the investor to partner with a knowledgeable global economics and litigation advisor. International investments create a truly diverse portfolio that offers growth opportunities that were unthinkable decades ago.
Potential investors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs should consider the existing infrastructure in Albania when planning to start a new business. While extensive infrastructure and systems can help make the process of starting a business a smooth one, it could also represent market saturation and reduced growth potential. On the other hand, a lack of infrastructure is often a major obstacle to growth; However, the lack of infrastructure points to a clear market opening for a creative and efficient new business.
Bank account opening in Albania In connection with the establishment of a company, it is necessary to open one or more bank accounts in Albania. Confidus Solutions offers the ability to open a bank account in over twenty jurisdictions, making it easy for you to avoid challenging language barriers or bureaucratic hassles.
Virtual office in Albania Since a registered address is a necessity for international business, Confidus Solutions enables foreign investors to set up a virtual office in Albania. This address allows international entrepreneurs to accept mail, arrange for shipping and set up a registered bank account in their country of business.
Tax regulations If you are in the process of researching a business formation in Albania, consult a lawyer or consultant with extensive experience in the field you are considering. This advisor can help you with everything from laws and tax structures to local helpers. You need to consider every aspect from the local office to your highest organizational structure; Make sure you recruit the best possible mentors as you embark on this exciting but challenging process.
Romania is a unitary semi-presidential republic. In terms of political and civil liberties, Romania is 1st. The citizens of Romania experience total freedom. The majority of countries where citizens enjoy wide civil liberties and political liberties are representative democracies, where officials are directly elected by the citizens to advocate for their needs and wants. Free countries are often empowered by healthy economies and well-functioning governments. Prime Minister is Klaus Johannis.
According to the World Bank Group, Romania's Government Effectiveness Index is 0. This indicates that Romania's government is mediocre. While some public and public services are limited, in other cases they can be considered adequate or even effective. Potential investors should carefully study the government situation in Romania before considering any business maneuvers. In Romania, legislative power rests with a parliament. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Romania is 1,542. The Index of Strength of Legal Rights for Romania is 10. Overall it is considered to be quite strong – bankruptcy and collateral laws can protect the rights of borrowers and lenders quite well; Credit information is plentiful and easily accessible. Romania is a member of the United Nations (UN). On December 14, 1955, it joined the UN as a full member. Romania is a member of the European Union (EU). On December 14, 1955, it joined the EU as a full member. Romania is a member of the World Bank.
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