La inversión extranjera directa y su impacto en el crecimiento de la economía del Ecuador durante el período 2017-2022

Abstract

Abstract: This study analyzes the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on Ecuador's economic growth between 2017 and 2022, highlighting the most benefited sectors: mining, manufacturing, trade, and agriculture. It examines the factors that attract FDI to the country and their relationship with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to assess its impact on the economy. The results indicate that FDI has contributed to economic growth, with a strong presence in strategic sectors, generating employment and partially improving infrastructure. However, its impact has been uneven, concentrating on short-term activities without ensuring sustainability. Furthermore, its growth is hampered by challenges such as political instability and a lack of economic diversification. The study concludes that, while FDI is key to economic development, its potential can only be optimized through legal certainty and investment diversification across different sectors. This would ensure a more balanced and sustainable contribution to the country's development, strengthening its economy in the long term.