United Kingdom (UK)
Latest: Brexit Fashion Statement - The economic impact of the UK's decision to leave the European Union is coming into focus, with down arrows proliferating in key indicators.
Brexit Fashion Statement
The economic impact of the UK's decision to leave the European Union is coming into focus, with down arrows proliferating in key indicators.
Happy Economic Development Week!
As the IEDC's second annual celebratory week for Economic Development begins today, here are some tips about how your location can participate.
World’s Top 10 Innovation Hubs
The U.S. and China remain leaders among the world’s innovation hubs, according to a new report from KPMG.
Manufacturing: Technology, Automation Drive Global Change
Malaysia retains its position as the most attractive manufacturing market, according to new Cushman & Wakefield analysis.
Europe Leads World In Business Talent
European nations top the 2016 IMD World Talent Ranking, which rates economies on how equipped they are to develop, attract, and retain business talent.
Royal Prerogative
There's a way to clean up the Brexit mess, but there's only one person in the United Kingdom with the power to do it.
Brexit or Fix It?
The outcome of this month's referendum in the UK may determine if the European Union is headed for the dustbin of history.
Cover Story: Global Biotech Report
The global life sciences industry has adopted an attitude of cautious optimism, expecting reliable growth that will fall short of pre-recession investment surges.
End Run to Paydirt
Sports gambling still is illegal outside of Vegas, or is that just a fantasy?
Four Things NOT To Do To Be A Smart Cities Leader
A new study of smart cities by the UK research organization Nesta has uncovered valuable insights by looking deeper at smart cities underachievers.
UK GREAT Tech Awards Seek U.S. Tech Companies
For the third year, this award will provide innovative tech companies with a customized business development tour of the UK.
Cover Story: Global Biotech Report 2015
There hasn’t been a lot of good economic news coming from Europe these days, but the continent is getting a much-needed boost from its growing biotech/pharma labs.
Rackspace Launches Green UK Data Center To Support European Expansion And Growth
The Crawley site is connected to the existing Rackspace London metro fiber ring.
D.C. Real Estate Continues Steady Decline Among Foreign Investors: NYC Takes Over From London As Top Global...
China is expected to become the top U.S. investor in 2016 and beyond.
They’re Coming to Take Us Away, Pt. 2
The world's smartest man says artificial intelligence may doom the human race.
Single Malt or Blended?
Scotland is deciding whether Great Britain becomes Medium-sized Britain
First Word: Covering The Bases
In this issue, we needed the digital equivalent of a shoehorn to make sure all the big hitters were in the lineup. Leading off is our Global Biotech Report, followed by an inside look at Indiana.
Cover Story: Global Biotech Report
A resurgent bioscience sector pulls Europe into recovery, while U.S. biotech leaders train the next generation of an essential skilled workforce.
UK’s First 100% Green Data Center Coming To Scotland
The Fouin + Bell Architect designed facility is attracting substantial interest from both public and private sector occupiers.
First Minister Of Scotland Opens Smarter Grid Solutions’ New York Office
Leading smart grid technology company opens in North America. Signs global agreements with Silver Spring Networks and HEVO Power.
European Union Avoids Fracturing
The EU's financial union may be cracking, but our friends overseas seem to be uniting over one thing: they don't like fracking.
China Surges In Renewable Energy, Vehicles In BF’s Annual Rankings Of Global Leaders
China's triumph is clouded by a WTO ruling against the PRC's subsidies of its solar panel industry.
Disasters, Demographics and Diapers
Nine months after hurricane-induced power outages, hospitals in the Atlantic states get ready for a surge in "Sandy babies."
The UK’s Most Lucrative Locations, Pound for Pound
Bolstered by its powerful currency, the UK offers a sterling business climate, but savvy U.S. companies are sidestepping the expenses of London for cheaper locations.
Featured Location Spotlight
Location Spotlight Of The Week: Ohio Electric Cooperatives
Rural Millennials, admittedly a smaller percentage of 18- to 35-year-olds, are rarely acknowledged in the media. Yet it is precisely this cohort that will sustain, enhance, and expand Ohio’s manufacturing sector, which is predominately located in small towns and rural areas.
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BF Location Video: Iowa: Ready For Business
Iowa offers opportunities as far as the eye can see, especially in bioscience, advanced manufacturing and finance. See how your company could profit from our pro-business environment.