Using the International Trade Administration Country Commercial Guide, U.S. State Department – Investment Climate Statement, and BEA International Trade and Investment Country Facts, research three countries (not used in another assignment) on different continents and provide an overview of business opportunities for American companies.
Country
Market Overview
50-100 words
Market Challenges
50-100 words
Market Opportunities
50-100 words
Leading Sectors for US Exports & Investments (select 3)
1
2
3
Trade Barriers
50 words
Import Tariffs
50 words
U.S. Export Controls
50 words
SOURCE: International Trade Administration Country Commercial Guide
Investment Climate Statement
Highlights
50-100 words
TI Corruption Perceptions Index/Rank
Investment Incentives
50-100 words
SOURCE: U.S. State Department -Investment Climate Statement
Top 3 Exports
$USD billions
1
2
3
Top 3 Imports
$USD billions
1
2
3
SOURCE: BEA International Trade and Investment Country Facts
Fill in the table for each country.
For each country: Provide a ½-page analysis of the trade conditions and attractiveness of the country for U.S. investment. Include information about industries that should consider trade with the country. Research required.
No quotations are permitted in this paper. Each paragraph (except the introduction and conclusion) must contain at least one in-text citation.
Since you are engaging in research, be sure to cite and reference the sources in APA format. NOTE: failure to use research with accompanying citations to support content will result in reduced scoring “Level 2-Developing” on the grading rubric.
This is a professional paper; not a personal one based on feelings. It must be written in the third person; this means words like “I”, “we”, and “you” are not appropriate.
Assignment Expectations
Use the attached APA-formatted template (BUS401 Case 1) to create your submission.
The template is set up in APA 7: double-spacing, font, margins, headings, page breaks, APA help links.
Your submission will include:
Trident University International’s cover page
A paper with APA citations (2- to 3-sentence introduction, 4- to 5-page body (includes tables), 2- to 3-sentence conclusion)
The reference list page in APA format
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