Methodology for Assessing the Investment Potential of Singleindustry Towns With Diversifying Economies for the Purpose of Attracting “Anchor” Residents to Priority Development Areas

This article defines terms related to the topic of the study (advanced development areas, single- industry towns, economic diversification, anchor residents). It also substantiates the relevance of the topic and methods for assessing the investment potential of single-industry towns with diversifying economies for the purpose of attracting anchor residents to priority development areas. The operating characteristics of single- industry towns and management risks are examined. Tax and other incentives provided to residents of priority development areas are identified. Problems related to the low efficiency and profitability of investments aimed at the socioeconomic development of single-industry towns are described. Public-private partnerships are highlighted as a remedy.