Posted: 7 May 2025 Resource Type: Research Report Download Back Trends in 2024 The City of London Corporation has published our annual analysis of financial and professional services (FPS) foreign direct investment (FDI) into the UK. Despite global economic challenges, the UK's FPS sector has demonstrated strong resilience. In 2024: The UK was Europe’s top destination for FPS FDI by projects and investment value. It ranked third globally. The value of capital invested in FPS projects reached £1.6bn. This is a 45% year-on-year increase. Tech investment has now become the largest subsector for financial services (FS) FDI, overtaking investment management. This shift underscores the dynamic nature of the UK's financial services landscape. £1.6bn capital invested in FPS projects in 2024 FDI remains a cornerstone of the Government’s objective to drive economic growth and jobs. FPS investment goes on to drive further investment, jobs and prosperity across the whole of the country. Download Catalysing UK economic growth through financial services foreign direct investment: a call to action Catalysing UK economic growth through financial services foreign direct investment: a call to action Share: Share to LinkedIn LinkedIn Share to X Share to Facebook Facebook Share to WeChat WeChat Share to WhatsApp WhatsApp Share to Email Email Download Related content News Mansion House Accord May 2025 - The Mansion House Accord aims at securing better financial outcomes for DC savers through the higher potential net returns available in private markets. Mansion House Accord Research Report London RMB Business annual Report May 2025 - The London RMB Business annual Report serves to contribute to the understanding of the London offshore RMB market. London RMB Business annual Report Thought Piece What are the practical steps I need to consider to set up a UK business? May 2025 - This article details eight practical steps to consider when setting up a UK business. What are the practical steps I need to consider to set up a UK business? Thought Piece How long will the authorisation process in the UK take? Apr 2025 - This articles provides an example of an application to the FCA for authorisation. How long will the authorisation process in the UK take?