US Companies Announce £150 Billion of Investments Into UK During Trump State Visit
The UK has announced a record-breaking £150 billion investment package from US firms during President Donald Trump's state visit, a move hailed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as “a bold signal that our country is open, ambitious, and ready to lead.” The deal, which includes new and previously announced commitments, is expected to create over 7,600 jobs across the UK in sectors like clean energy, biotech, and advanced manufacturing.
Among the biggest pledges is a £100 billion decade-long investment by Blackstone and a £3.9 billion expansion by Prologis into life sciences and freight infrastructure. Palantir plans to put up to £1.5 billion into UK defence innovation, while Amentum will add over 3,000 jobs across Glasgow, Warrington, and the Midlands. Boeing, STAX, and other major US companies are also contributing, with deals ranging from aircraft conversion to port technology upgrades.
While the government celebrates the deal as the largest ever tied to a state visit, not everyone is impressed. Former Deputy PM Nick Clegg dismissed it as “crumbs from the Silicon Valley table,” warning that Britain continues to rely too heavily on US capital. Meanwhile, UK firms like AstraZeneca and Merck have recently pulled back on domestic investments over rising costs and regulatory challenges.
Despite the fanfare, the state visit hasn't escaped criticism, with some questioning the long-term benefits and political motives behind the timing. As Starmer meets Trump at Chequers, eyes remain on whether this wave of foreign investment can truly turn the tide for the UK economy.
