Snapshot of the Survey
Source: Global Business for Ukraine & European Business Association (June 2025, 200 multinational respondents)
| Metric | Share |
|---|---|
| Interested in investing | 79 % |
| Undecided | 13 % |
| Not interested | 8 % |
| Already invested | 49 % |
| Actively evaluating | 40 % |
What Drives the “Yes” Decision
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First‑mover advantage
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Attractive ROI projections
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Investment guarantees & risk‑sharing schemes
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Social impact and solid legal framework
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Geopolitical security assurances
Top Sectors on the Investor Radar
| Rank | Sector | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business & professional services | 30 % |
| 2 | Infrastructure, transport, logistics | 25 % |
| 3 | Construction & reconstruction | 19 % |
| 4 | Energy & renewables | 17 % |
| 4 | Agriculture, processing | 17 % |
Biggest Barriers
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Security risks and frontline uncertainty
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Corruption & lack of transparency
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Weak institutions / slow courts
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Currency controls and capital‑repatriation limits
Policy Levers Investors Want
| Priority | Requested Action |
|---|---|
| 1. Simplify permits | One‑stop digital portal, 30‑day approvals |
| 2. Tax incentives | Zero profit tax on reinvested earnings, VAT deferrals |
| 3. Risk insurance | Expand MIGA/DFC war‑risk cover, local guarantee fund |
| 4. Networking & data | Regular B2B matchmaking, up‑to‑date market intel |
| 5. Legal transparency | Clear rulings, fast arbitration enforcement |
Support Instruments Ranked “Most Valuable”
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Investment guarantees & insurance
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Military‑political risk cover
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Targeted tax holidays / incentives
Takeaway
A clear majority of global investors want in on Ukraine’s reconstruction—but they need streamlined permits, rock‑solid guarantees, and robust anti‑corruption safeguards before committing capital.
