According to a recent report by the European Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (EVCA), the Baltic states have gained the largest percentage of private equity and venture capital out of the European Union and the UK in recent years.
The report found that the Baltic states received €1.9 billion in private equity and venture capital investment in 2021, which was a 40% increase from the previous year.
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This was the largest percentage increase of any region in the EU and UK.The report attributed the growth in private equity and venture capital investment in the Baltic states to a number of factors, including:
- The region’s strong economic growth: The Baltic states have experienced strong economic growth in recent years, which has made them attractive to investors.
- The region’s skilled workforce: The Baltic states have a skilled workforce that is well-educated and speaks English. This makes it easy for foreign investors to do business in the region.
- The region’s favorable tax regime: The Baltic states have a favorable tax regime for businesses, which makes them attractive to investors.
- The region’s strategic location: The Baltic states are located in a strategic location between Western Europe and Russia. This makes them a good place for investors to set up businesses that target both markets.
The growth in private equity and venture capital investment in the Baltic states is a positive development for the region.
It is a sign that investors are confident in the region’s economy and its potential for growth.
The investment is also likely to help to create jobs and boost economic growth in the region.
The Baltic states are becoming increasingly attractive to investors, and this trend is likely to continue in the years to come.
The region has a number of advantages that make it an attractive destination for investment, including its strong economic growth, skilled workforce, favorable tax regime, and strategic location.
