Nationally, international companies employ 6.4 percent of America’s overall private sector. However, five states far exceed this national average by welcoming international companies into their local economy.
When international companies invest in America, they cast a vote of confidence in our workforce and economy. Foreign direct investment
Between 2016 and 2021, U.S. affiliates were responsible for creating more than a quarter-million new manufacturing jobs in the United States, compared to overall U.S. manufacturing jobs, which remained flat during the same time. Global connections are key to America’s competitiveness in this sector, helping to diversify America’s economy and make it more resilient to downturns.