“The bar chart shows foreign direct investment inflows as a share of GDP in five economies in 2010 and 2020.”

Compare how much foreign investment flowed into Singapore, Ireland, the UK, China and the US, relative to the size of each economy.

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The bar chart below shows foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, expressed as a percentage of gross domestic product, in five economies in 2010 and 2020.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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Write your intro last in your head.
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The bar chart illustrates foreign direct investment inflows as a share of GDP in five economies in 2010 and 2020. Overall, Singap…

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