Annual Survey of U.S. Direct Investment Abroad

The BE-11, Annual Survey of U.S. Direct Investment Abroad will obtain annual sample data on the finances and operations of U.S. multinational enterprises, for both their U.S. and foreign operations. The data are needed to measure the size and economic significance of U.S. direct investment abroad, measure changes in such investment, and assess its impact on the U.S. and foreign economies. The data are used primarily to compile and improve the U.S. International and National Income and Product Accounts and to support U.S. government policy on direct investment. The survey is authorized by the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act.

The latest form for Annual Survey of U.S. Direct Investment Abroad expires 2028-12-31 and can be found here.