TRENDS IN ATTRACTING FOREIGN INVESTMENTS INTO THE ECONOMY OF UKRAINE UNDER CONDITIONS OF WAR

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Tetiana PISETSKA

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Introduction. In the conditions of a state of war, the economy, as well as enterprises in Ukraine, have found themselves facing an extraordinary task of attracting foreign investments to support and develop their own economy. This article examines key trends and challenges that arise in the context of attracting foreign investments into the economy during military actions, and analyzes the tools that contribute to maintaining financial stability and the development of enterprises. The author outlines the steps taken by the state on the path to attracting foreign investments into the economy of Ukrainian enterprises.


The purpose of the article is to investigate the trends in attracting foreign investments into the economy of Ukrainian enterprises under conditions of a state of war.


The research employs analysis, synthesis, and explanation for analyzing the current state of foreign investments in the Ukrainian economy during a state of war; grouping for identifying sectors and aspects requiring priority attraction of foreign investments; structural-logical analysis for determining stages of attracting foreign investments under conditions of a state of war; and systemic analysis for studying trends in attracting foreign investments.


Results. The study confirms that a state of war significantly influences the attraction of foreign investments into the economy of Ukrainian enterprises. The military situation necessitates thorough analysis and the development of strategies to ensure the stability and attractiveness of the investment environment.


Originality. The scientific novelty of the research lies in the description of tools for attracting foreign investments into the economy of Ukrainian enterprises, particularly in the context of a state of war. In examining the impact of the military conflict on foreign investments, considering its role in shaping risks and opportunities for foreign investors. The use of a systemic approach will allow for an overview of investment attraction trends and subsequent analysis of their effectiveness in the economy of Ukrainian enterprises in wartime conditions. Interconnections between various aspects of attracting foreign investments in conditions of military conflicts have been identified. The research results provide innovative and practically oriented recommendations for the government and business, aimed at the optimal utilization of foreign investments to support the economy in times of a state of war.


Conclusions. The conclusions of the conducted research indicate that in the conditions of a state of war, effective attraction of foreign investments into the economy of Ukrainian enterprises is important, yet simultaneously a challenging task. The negative impact of the military conflict on the investment climate requires careful analysis and the development of strategies to minimize risks for foreign investors. It is important to consider the specifics of military conflicts in shaping risks and defining perspectives for investors. The proposal is to emphasize the creation of a stable and transparent investment climate, as well as the development of mechanisms for insuring investments against war-related risks. Specific proposals include the necessity of implementing innovations in risk management to ensure reliable protection of foreign investments in unstable conditions.

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