Which of the following best illustrates foreign portfolio investment?

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Toyota establishes a manufacturing facility in northern England.EDF from France purchases equity in Scottish & Southern Energy in the UK, which then invests the funds in constructing a new hydroelectric power plant in Scotland.Germany's Deutsche Bank acquires software from a UK-based vendor.JCB sets up a new factory close to Manchester.

Explanation

Foreign portfolio investment involves purchasing financial assets, such as shares, in a foreign company without direct control over operations. In this case, EDF from France buying shares in a UK energy firm exemplifies foreign portfolio investment. The other options describe direct investments or purchases of goods and services.