Asia and Oceania

The Asian continent is home to 60% of the world’s population, with more than 4.5 billion people living in 49 different nations. It is the fastest growing economic region in the world, with an accumulated US$4 trillion of foreign exchange reserves. The huge markets of China and India offer unparalleled opportunities, as do the smaller – but expanding – economies of Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand and Pakistan. Manufacturing, hi-tech, financial services and biotechnology are all huge growth areas in the region, and present incredible opportunities to investors and businesses alike. 

Countries in Asia and Oceania

Wealth is most highly concentrated in China, Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan, as well as in the oil-rich countries of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait. South Korea and Taiwan, along with many other Asian countries, have sophisticated heavy-industry and electrical manufacturing industries. Hong Kong has a huge financial industry, whilst the fast-growing economies of China and India offer a wealth of opportunity in manufacturing, commodities, outsourcing and computer software, respectively. 

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Russian Federation

The Russian Federation has an upper-middle income mixed economy. Over 80% of Russian exports abroad are comprised of natural gas, oil, timber, and metals.
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China

China’s phenomenal economic growth over the past couple of decades is largely because of the urbanization it has experienced.
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The Asian continent is home to 60% of the world’s population, with more than 4.5 billion people living in 49 different nations.

Companies Investing in Asia and Oceania

Many funds are turning their attention to Asia-Pacific, believing the time is ripe to invest in its rapidly growing economy. GDP in the overall region rose by 5% in 2017, and the expected outlook for 2018 is rosy. Industry in particular is a greatly developing field. Investors will also want to concentrate on Japan, as the Nikkei Stock Average is rising fast and the Japanese economy is enjoying a period of strength. China presents great opportunities as well, as the Chinese government announce plans to focus on growth over the next three years.

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Sequoia Capital India

Sequoia Capital India is a venture capital company located in Delhi, India. Find out about the company's investments.
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CyberAgent Ventures

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YJ Capital

YJ Capital, a Japanese venture capital firm focused on backing entrepreneurs with a global mindset to successfully build long-lasting internet companies.
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Daiwa Asset Management Co.

Daiwa Asset Management Co. Ltd., a Japanese asset management company with a global presence. Learn more about Daiwa’s history and its investment practices.
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SoftBank Group

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Shandong Ruyi Technology Group Co. Ltd

Shandong Ruyi Technology Group Co. Ltd. is a Chinese textile and clothing manufacturing giant with a significant interest in Europe.
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Multiples PE

Multiples PE, a private-equity firm from Indian, works closely making investments in Indian, and in Indian investors, in order to stimulate positive change.
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Mizuho Capital

Mizuho Capital is a Japan-based venture capital firm focused on making technology and biotechnology investments.
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Venture Capital Bank (VCBank)

Venture Capital Bank is an Islamic investment bank that operates in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
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Many funds are turning their attention to Asia and Oceania, believing the time is ripe to invest in its rapidly growing economy.

Investors with Interest in Asia and Oceania

Investors with interest in Asia Pacific are spoiled for choice, as it offers so much opportunity. Its three biggest sectors are natural resources, manufacturing and software. Natural resources abound in the former Soviet Union, which is rich in metals like gold, iron and lead. Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait are rich in oil reserves. The manufacturing sector is strongest in East Asia – particularly in manufacturing of cheap, low-value goods and sophisticated, high-tech products. India has emerged as one of the world’s largest exporters of software and information technology services. With so much choice, the region truly offers something for everyone. 

Fadi Ghandour

Fadi Ghandour

Fadi Ghandour, a global shipping and logistics magnate and investor in the field of social change and entrepreneurship.
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Mark Pui

Mark Pui

Mark Pui is an experienced Asian investor known for his interest in blockchain technology.
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Andrew Larsen

Andrew Larsen

Andrew Larsen Andrew Larsen is an investor with a passion ...
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Artem Ermolaev

Artem Ermolaev

Artem Ermolaev is a Russian executive and investor. He is the founder of the Digital Disrupt investment club, known for investments in global tech companies.
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Azim Premji

Azim Premji

Azim Premji, the entrepreneur who grew Wipro into a multinational software provider, is today one of the richest billionaires in the world.
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Miroslava Duma

Miroslava Duma

Miroslava Duma is a fashion entrepreneur from Russia.
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Bob Xu

Bob Xu

Bob Xu, a Chinese angel investor and founder of ZhenFund, one of China’s leading investment companies.
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Eitan Neishlos

Eitan Neishlos

Eitan Neishlos is a fintech innovator, entrepreneur, corporate attorney, philanthropist, and the chairman of AHNA Group as well as Courage to Care NSW.
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Lev Binzumovich Leviev,

Lev Binzumovich Leviev

Lev Binzumovich Leviev is an Israeli/Russian investor and entrepreneur with a net worth of over US$200 million. Read about Leviev’s early life and career and ...
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Investors with interest in Asia and Oceania are spoiled for choice, as it offers so much opportunity. Its three biggest sectors are natural resources, manufacturing and software.

Featured Stories from Asia and Oceania

Read our featured stories from around Asia Pacific, and discover the latest investment developments and trends that may help shape your view of the region.

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