Canada secured second place worldwide in the 2026 Kearney Foreign Direct Investment Confidence Index for the fourth consecutive year. The global index revealed that Canada is closing the gap with the United States due to its strong natural resources and stable economic fundamentals. While the United States maintained its top position, its overall score declined due to political uncertainty and tariff concerns. International business leaders expressed greater optimism about Canada due to growing opportunities in artificial intelligence, technology infrastructure, and predictable public institutions. Global investors identified technological innovation and natural resources as the primary strengths driving their decision to choose Canada over other major global economies.