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The case for China

Mar 11, 2025
Ruchir Sharma, a columnist for the Financial Times and a seasoned investor at Rockefeller Capital Management, explores the changing landscape of Chinese investments. He argues that China isn't uninvestable and highlights promising opportunities in large tech stocks. The discussion also touches on the rise of Chinese equities and how recent government interventions have shifted investor sentiment. Sharma shares insights on the implications of a weakening dollar for emerging markets like China and Vietnam, emphasizing strategic shifts in investment focus.
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  • Investors should recognize that despite ongoing skepticism, opportunities exist in the Chinese market, particularly within successful tech stocks not represented in traditional indexes.
  • Recent government actions and a potential economic stimulus in China may signal a shift towards market stability, though the long-term effectiveness of these measures remains uncertain.

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The Case for Chinese Equities

Despite skepticism surrounding Chinese stocks, the argument is made that dismissing them as uninvestable overlooks significant opportunities. While concerns about China's slowing growth rate and economic instability are valid, many successful investments, particularly in the tech sector, do not appear in traditional indexes. The MSCI China Index, considered a more comprehensive benchmark, shows that certain stocks have performed well even amidst overall market stagnation. This suggests that there are pockets of value within the Chinese market that investors should consider exploring.

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