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Exploring the opportunities and challenges facing Chinese investors in Africa, the report highlights increased African trade, more direct investment and a surge in export credit financing as the primary drivers of China’s current economic policy towards Africa and looks at the diversity and success of projects that have been financed. It also documents the perception of Chinese investment in Africa and the unique political, cultural and legal challenges of realising projects across such a diverse range of countries.
The document provides information on private equity investment opportunities and trends in several Asian countries and regions, including the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and more. It summarizes key economic indicators like GDP, GDP growth, private equity deals and investments, exits, and funds raised. The Philippines is highlighted as an emerging opportunity for investors as its stable politics translates to growing investor interest. Singapore remains one of Asia's most mature markets for private equity deals and investments. Malaysia has seen regional funds set up to invest in neighboring Southeast Asian markets.
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Venture capital investing increased in 2004 to $20.9 billion after declining for three years, reversing the downward trend. Late stage investing jumped significantly to $7.2 billion while early stage investing remained strong. The life sciences sector continued to dominate with $5.6 billion invested, and software saw $5.1 billion in funding. First-time financings also increased, with 796 companies receiving funding for the first time.
China’s growth and appetite for foreign direct investment (FDI) has made Africa its largest investment destination, according to a new report written by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) for leading global law firm, Mayer Brown. The report, “Playing the Long Game: China’s Investment in Africa”, finds that whilst energy and mineral resources have attracted the most Chinese FDI, investments and activities that support Africa’s physical infrastructure is underestimated.
Exploring the opportunities and challenges facing Chinese investors in Africa, the report highlights increased African trade, more direct investment and a surge in export credit financing as the primary drivers of China’s current economic policy towards Africa and looks at the diversity and success of projects that have been financed. It also documents the perception of Chinese investment in Africa and the unique political, cultural and legal challenges of realising projects across such a diverse range of countries.
The document provides information on private equity investment opportunities and trends in several Asian countries and regions, including the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and more. It summarizes key economic indicators like GDP, GDP growth, private equity deals and investments, exits, and funds raised. The Philippines is highlighted as an emerging opportunity for investors as its stable politics translates to growing investor interest. Singapore remains one of Asia's most mature markets for private equity deals and investments. Malaysia has seen regional funds set up to invest in neighboring Southeast Asian markets.
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Venture capital investing increased in 2004 to $20.9 billion after declining for three years, reversing the downward trend. Late stage investing jumped significantly to $7.2 billion while early stage investing remained strong. The life sciences sector continued to dominate with $5.6 billion invested, and software saw $5.1 billion in funding. First-time financings also increased, with 796 companies receiving funding for the first time.
The document discusses foreign investment in Thailand. A survey of 600 foreign investors in Thailand found that 99% were confident about investing in Thailand. 73% planned to maintain their investment levels while 25% planned to expand. Key factors for their confidence included infrastructure, tax rates, and logistics. The automotive industry in Thailand also promises strong growth, having been the top producer in ASEAN for years. The Thai government supports the industry through initiatives to boost eco-friendly vehicles and develop automotive clusters. Overall the survey shows foreign investors remain optimistic about Thailand's investment potential and growth prospects.
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- Billing/claims management and data management are the most popular blockchain applications in healthcare.
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12. Investment Profile:
Why Invest?
GDP is ranked
3rd in the world
(2015)
• About 500 Trillion
Yen or $4.60 Trillion
US Dollars
Has large-scale
economic power
and one of the
worlds largest
economies
Some regional
economies have
GDP’s the size of
other countries
• Example: Kanto
region’s GDP is
larger than that of
the U.K.
They have one of
the highest
purchasing
powers in the
world
Sophisticated Market:
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13. Investment Profile:
Why Invest?
Has an intellectual network that leads to innovation
Science and technology related research is top notch
The leader in high technology, research and development
Ranked 1st in the world by the number of patents that are registered
Innovation Hub:
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14. Investment Profile:
Why Invest?
Supports
businesses with
well-developed
social
infrastructure
Has an easy
environment for
conducting
business and
ranked 1st in the
world
Cities have low
infrastructure fees
compared to other
major Asian cities
Working in Japan
facilitates
entrance to other
Asian markets
The ageing
population opens
up new
opportunities for
products and
services for older
age groups (health
care technology,
medical devices,
leisure,
pharmaceuticals
etc.)
Business Friendly Infrastructure:
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15. Investment Profile:
Government Regulation-
Reforms carried out in the financial,
communications, and distribution sectors
have encouraged foreign investment
There are some restrictions remaining
for foreign investors’ such as the ability
to penetrate the Japanese economy
Modifications of the Companies Act were
made to encourage foreign investment
Now the act eases some transaction-
related regulations and strengthens the
corporate governance regime
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16. Investment Profile:
Foreign Investment Protections-
Protection of Foreign Investment:
Bilateral Investment Conventions Signed by Japan is a signatory to 12
conventions
The Trans-Pacific Partnership was signed in February 2016
They are a member of the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
Images sourced from: Google images
17. Investment Profile:
Government Aid-
Forms of Aid:
•Government’s
programs for investors:
discounts and
reductions of taxes,
guarantees on loans,
and reduced rates
loans
Privileged
Geographical
Zones:
•910 zones have been
established that offer
foreign investors
attractive terms for
setting up
Organizations
Which Finance:
•The State,
the Japanese
development bank, and
the Japanese bank for
international
cooperation
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18. Investment Profile:
Locations to Invests In-
Hokkaido:
Major industries:
Food products, paper products;
petro chemicals and coal
chemicals, iron and steel,
transport equipment
instruments
They get the attention from
the world because they are at
the center of many industries
Kanagawa:
Major Industries:
Transport equipment, general
machinery, chemicals, food
products, petro chemicals
The area is the base of
research, development and
manufacturing and its
accumulating many knowledge-
technology-based industries
Tokyo:
Major Industries:
Transport and communication
wholesalers, retail, insurance,
Finance, publishing and
printing, electronic device
manufacturing
The capital of Japan with many
corporate headquarters;
making it a center of economic
activity
Compiled By author from sources: jetro.go.jp Images sourced from: google images
19. Investment Profile:
Investment Opportunities-
Medical Equipment
Pharmaceutical
Products
Biotechnology Dietary Supplements
Electronic
Components
Software Aviation And
Spare Parts
Engineering Services
The New Generation
of Energy
Tourism
Education And
Training Services
Safety Equipment
Telecommunications
Equipment
The Fashion Market Real Estate Products
The Key Sectors of the National Economy:
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20. Investment Profile:
Investment Opportunities-
High Potential Sectors:
• Car Industry
• Retail Trade
• Information And
Communication Techniques
• Biotechnology
• Medical Care
• The Environment
• Sectors Relative To Elderly
People
Privatization Programs:
• The Energy Sector
• The Ministry of Land,
Infrastructure, Transport and
Tourism (MLIT)
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21. Investment Profile:
Low Investment Opportunities-
• Postal Services
• Water
• Telecommunications
• Arms
• Explosives
• Atomic Energy
• Aviation Industries and
Aerospace
Monopolistic
Sectors:
• Agriculture
Sectors in
Decline:
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22. Investment Profile:
Risks of Investing-
Over-regulation
hinders
Economic
growth
Raises the
cost of doing
business
Restricts
competition
Slows
entry/exit to
markets
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23. Investment Profile:
Risks of Investing-
Has a business culture that prefers to do
business (especially M&A transactions) with
familiar corporate partners
Competition for foreign firms is restricted by
exclusive supplier networks and alliances
between domestic business organizations
Cultural and linguistic challenges
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24. Investment Profile:
Risks of Investing-
Some labor
practices:
Inhibit labor
mobility
Suppress
productivity
Negatively
affect skill
development
Compiled By author from sources: santandertrade.com Images sourced from: Google images
25. Investment Profile:
Future Outlook-
With the
workforce
shrinking,
Japan has to
rely on
productivity as
its primary
catalyst for
growth
If the rate of
productivity
growth doubles,
by focusing on
increasing the
value added
and by reducing
costs, the
annual GDP
growth can be
boosted to
approximately
3%
50% to 70% of
the productivity
goal can be
reached by
applying
practices that
are already in
use around the
world
Around 1/3 of
the productivity
potential can
be captured
within four
sectors:
advanced
manufacturing,
retail, financial
services, and
health care
Compiled By author from sources: mckinsey.com Images sourced from: Google images
26. Work Cited:
"143 Series." Consumer Sentiment. Web. 16 May 2016. <https://research.stlouisfed.org/fred2/tags/series?t=consumer sentiment>.
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