Last updated August 13th, 2019. China went through a massive transformation after it began opening up in the late-1970s. It’s gone from being one of the poorest countries in Asia to the world’s second biggest economy and most important manufacturer. There was a...
Last updated August 15th, 2025. Precious metals are often the go-to choice for investors who want to hedge themselves against inflation and currency risk. Remember there are plenty of alternatives to gold though. You certainly won’t find any shortage of people talking...
Last updated October 4th, 2019. Foreign investors are choosing to buy real estate in Asia than ever before. Population growth and urbanization rates are generally much higher in Asian cities than in the western world. As a result, centrally-located real estate...
Last updated June 16th, 2024. Investment advisors, especially those in the western world, often tell their clients they cannot beat the market. They'll say a "market average" return of about 7% per year is the best you can get over the long-term. Granted, that might...
Last updated December 14th, 2019. The Belt and Road Initiative, sometimes called the New Silk Road, deserves way more attention than it gets. China’s pet project could change the very nature of our global economy during the next several decades. For over 1,500...
Last updated April 27th, 2023. Currencies around the world have depreciated against the U.S. Dollar for the past few years. It hasn’t been limited to a few different countries or regions either. The pound, euro, rupee, yuan, and just about every other currency is...
Last updated March 27th, 2025. Thailand is often the first stop for tourists in Asia. Its capital of Bangkok is the world’s most visited country with more than 21 million arrivals last year. Naturally, many people get their first glimpse of emerging Asia in the "Land...
People sometimes ask us why we started a business solely dedicated to investing in Asia. Why is it better to invest in Asia than elsewhere? Why shouldn’t there also be an “InvestEuropean.com” if there’s an “InvestAsian.com”? Back in 2011, our founder, Reid, packed his...
Last updated May 26th, 2025. Buying property in Hong Kong comes along with a high entry price. Indeed, remains the world’s most expensive city for real estate. Nonetheless, Hong Kong's location, relative stability, and economic vibrancy make owning property here worth...
Last updated February 26th, 2025. Buying property in Singapore means making an investment in Southeast Asia’s de-facto financial center, and one of the world’s wealthiest nations. While the city is ranked among the world’s most expensive, Singapore’s real estate...