At AmCham Belgium, we understand the importance of access to reliable and strategic data.
We provide data that highlights both Belgium’s strengths as a hub for investment, innovation, and employment, and underscores the vital role of the BE–US trade relationship in reinforcing the transatlantic bond.
Through the sections below, you can explore the presence of US companies in Belgium, the expansion of Belgian businesses in the United States, and the enduring trade relationship between Belgium and the US. This data is central to understanding and strengthening our shared economic future.
Driving economic growth, fueling innovation, and creating high-quality jobs, these companies directly employ over 118,600 people across the country, underscoring the significant contribution of US businesses to the Belgian economy.
With $66.5 billion in FDI, this continued commitment reflects strong confidence in Belgium’s market potential, economic stability, and favorable business environment.
To explore the stories behind the statistics, read our #Yes2Belgium article series —highlighting the long-term presence of American companies and why Belgium remains the top destination for US investment.
Belgium is making a strong mark on the US economy. In 2024, Belgian businesses directly employed 82,400 people across the US, marking a notable increase from 2023. This upward trend reflects not only the strength and resilience of Belgian enterprises, but also their growing and dynamic footprint.
Contributing $73.5 billion in FDI shows impressive presence and highlights Belgium’s ability to consistently punch above its weight on the global economic stage.
Read our upcoming #SuccessInTheUS article series to hear success stories of Belgian businesses expanding and thriving on the US market.
2024 was a strong year not only for the US-EU trade relationship, but also for bilateral trade and investment between Belgium and the US. Trade between the two nations remains robust and well-balanced.
Belgium is one of only seven EU member states with which the United States recorded a trade surplus, a testament to the strong trade ties and the continued attractiveness of Belgium as a key partner in Europe and beyond. Belgium also ranks as the fifth largest export platform globally for US companies, cementing its position as a critical gateway for American goods into European and international markets.
