EIB Investment Survey 2023 Belgium Overview

The document is a report detailing the findings of the EIB Investment Survey for Belgium in 2023. It presents data collected from approximately 13,000 firms across the European Union and the United States, focusing on investment dynamics, priorities, and challenges faced by Belgian firms. The report outlines that 94% of Belgian firms invested in the previous year, with 89% believing they invested the right amount over the last three years. Key investment priorities include replacing existing capacity. The document also discusses the impact of the energy crisis, revealing that 50% of firms are concerned about energy prices. Additionally, it highlights the firms' responses to climate change, with 64% acknowledging its impact on their business. The report concludes with insights into innovation activities, investment impediments, and access to finance, noting a slight decrease in finance-constrained firms in Belgium compared to previous years. Overall, the findings provide a comprehensive snapshot of the investment landscape in Belgium.