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  • Tafadzwa Matiza

    • Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
    • South Africa

  • Sandra Perks

    • Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
    • South Africa

Abstract

While there are a plethora of studies based on the generic determinants of foreign direct investment, there is a discernible dearth of research into location-specific antecedents of distinct foreign direct investment typologies. This paper identifies the location-specific antecedents influencing foreign investors considering exploiting international business opportunities in post-crisis Zimbabwe. The literature provided the bases for the propositions advanced by this paper. Quantitative survey data was generated from a purposive sample of n =305 foreign investors. An exploratory factor analysis was conducted. The findings suggest that post-crisis Zimbabwe possesses the location-specific antecedents required by market-, resource-, efficiency-, and strategic asset-seeking FDI inflow. It is recommended that Zimbabwean policy-makers take cognisance of these nuances and implement appropriate market entry strategies to lure investors to Zimbabwe to grow the post-crisis economy.

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Matiza, T., & Perks, S. (2018). An Exploratory Factor Analysis of the Location-Specific Antecedents to Foreign Direct Investment in Post-Crisis Zimbabwe (2009-2015). Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies, 10(3(J), 111-121. https://doi.org/10.22610/jebs.v10i3.2321

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