Investment returns in Western European countries 1950-1970

In Western Europe in the 1950s and 1960s, a large share of the substantial economic growth experienced during this period was due to the influx of financial investment, from both governments and private companies (domestic and international). The highest return on investment was experienced in Norway, with a return of 32 percent; meaning that for every one Norwegian krone invested, an average of 1.32 kroner was returned. A large part of Norway's success was in international shipping, during a period of increased cooperation and integration across Europe. In contrast, the UK saw the lowest returns on investment, at just 17.5 percent.