What gets scrutinized when renewing an E-2 visa?

In practice, an E-2 renewal goes through essentially the same process as a fresh E-2 application. The only difference is what the examining officer focuses on most closely between an initial application versus a renewal. At renewal, the primary focus shifts to the ongoing operation, maintenance, and future outlook of the business, rather than things like the process of transferring the investment funds to the U.S., which was the focus for the initial E-2 visa.