Once the home of a steel industry and little else, Pittsburgh was all but written off in the 1970s and 1980s as that industry collapsed. However, the city's focus on technological and biotech innovation, combined with an environment that encourages entrepreneurship, has turned its fortunes full circle.
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View from the Americas December 2012/January 2013
The recent elections in the US look unlikely to solve any of the problems facing investors in the country.
Month-on-month decline in FDI project numbers in the US
There were fewer FDI projects recorded in the US in September 2012, compared to the previous month. But total capital expenditure was up.
Traverse City cashes in on its aesthetic charms
Being located close to what has recently been named as the most beautiful place in the US has brought tourists flocking to Traverse City. However, as the city's mayor explains, there is much more to the area than a pretty face.
Wisconsin governor looks to grab investor attention
Wisconsin governor Scott Walker explains how his election publicity is helping him draw the attention of businesses to his state and how he plans to take advantage of Wisconsin's strong agriculture sector by increasing productivity through biotech projects.
View from America October/November 2012
The strong showing from firms' operations in the American south is encouraging both new business and expansion.
Global outlook pays off for Pilot
Logistics and transport company Pilot Freight Services used the global recession to its advantage, expanding aggressively and taking on more staff, all with a view to providing a better service to its clients. The results so far suggest that this bravery has paid off.
New Jersey's new investment landscape
New Jersey's proximity to some of the US's biggest metropolises may be a source of envy to some states, but its budget deficit and record on FDI most certainly were not. However, a new governor has brought with him a change in mindset, which has garnered some impressive results.
Keeping the love alive: why FDI aftercare must not be ignored
As expansions increase at the expense of greenfield investment, taking an existing partner for granted could become a costly mistake.
German automotive OEM sector witnesses decline in job creation
In 2008 more than 3000 jobs were created as a result of FDI in the German automotive original equipment manufacturing sector, but job creation has been in decline since.
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