Research & Advisory Services
FDIstats provides applied economic research and technical advisory services to government agencies and multilateral institutions on investment policy and promotion.
We conduct rigorous economic analysis on investment promotion policy questions, combining academic research standards with practical policy applications. Our work supports evidence-based policy development, program design, and institutional effectiveness.
Investment Policy Research
Systematic analysis of investment policy frameworks and regulatory environments.
Comparative Investment Policy Analysis
Cross-country review of policy frameworks, screening mechanisms, and incentive structures. Analysis of policy effectiveness and international trends.
Investment Climate Assessment
Evaluation of factors affecting investment location decisions. Analysis of regulatory burden, institutional quality, and policy stability.
Regulatory Impact Analysis
Assessment of proposed or existing regulations on investment flows. Quantitative and qualitative policy analysis.
Investment Incentive Policy Review
Analysis of incentive design, targeting, and effectiveness. International benchmarking and cost-effectiveness assessment.
Sector Studies
In-depth analysis of investment patterns, determinants, and policy approaches for specific sectors.
Methods
Policy document analysis, comparative institutional analysis, stakeholder consultation, case study research
Economic Analysis & Modelling
Quantitative analysis using economic modelling techniques.
Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) Modelling
Economy-wide policy scenario analysis. Assessment of large-scale FDI inflows, inter-sectoral effects and structural change analysis, and long-term economic projections.
Policy simulation, macroeconomic impact assessment, sector targeting analysis
Partial Equilibrium Modelling
Sector-specific market analysis. Supply-demand dynamics and investment response modelling.
Sector policy analysis, market equilibrium under policy changes
Input-Output Analysis
Economic impact assessment. Direct, indirect, and induced effects analysis. Multiplier estimation.
Project impact assessment, economic contribution analysis
Econometric Analysis
Statistical analysis of investment determinants. Policy effects estimation. Forecasting and relationship identification.
Panel data methods, time series analysis, cross-sectional techniques
Program Evaluation
Rigorous evaluation of investment promotion programs and economic development interventions.
Impact Evaluation Design
- Evaluation framework development
- Identification strategy
- Data requirements analysis
Counterfactual Analysis
Quasi-experimental methods for causal inference:
Difference-in-Differences (DID)
Pre-post comparison with control group
Propensity Score Matching (PSM)
Statistical matching of treatment and control
Instrumental Variables (IV)
Addressing endogeneity and selection bias
Regression Discontinuity (RDD)
Exploiting eligibility thresholds
Synthetic Control Methods
Constructing synthetic comparison units
Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Systematic assessment of program costs versus benefits
- Net present value calculation
- Sensitivity analysis
Process Evaluation
- Implementation analysis
- Organisational effectiveness assessment
- Operational efficiency review
Data Requirements
Firm-level microdata (business registers, administrative data), program participation records, outcome variables
Institutional Analysis
Research on investment promotion agency organisation and effectiveness.
IPA Organisational Models
Comparative analysis of institutional structures, governance arrangements, and operational models.
Performance Measurement Frameworks
Development of performance indicators and measurement systems for investment promotion.
International Benchmarking
Systematic comparison of IPA practices and outcomes. Statistical analysis of institutional characteristics.
Best Practice Documentation
Evidence synthesis on effective approaches. Systematic review of international experience.
Methods
Institutional analysis, comparative case studies, survey research, statistical benchmarking
Evidence Synthesis
Systematic review and synthesis of research evidence.
Literature Reviews
Comprehensive review of academic and policy literature. Synthesis of empirical evidence and theoretical frameworks.
Evidence Mapping
Systematic identification and categorisation of research evidence.
Meta-Analysis
Statistical synthesis across multiple studies to identify robust findings.
Policy Briefs
Accessible summaries of research evidence for policymakers.
Applications
Policy development, strategy formulation, program design
Advisory Services
Technical Advisory
- Policy development support
- Strategy development with analytical foundation
- Evaluation framework development
- Technical peer review
Capacity Building
- Training on economic analysis methods
- Program evaluation methodology
- Data analysis skills
- Research methods
Format: Workshops, training courses, technical assistance programs
Engagement Process
Initial Consultation
Discussion of research or advisory needs, scope and feasibility assessment, and methodology discussion.
Proposal Development
Detailed work plan, research design and methodology, deliverables, timeline, and resource requirements.
Project Implementation
Research or advisory work, regular progress updates, and quality assurance.
Deliverables
Research reports, policy briefs, technical documentation, presentations, and training materials.