Playing the Asia expectations game
The institutional LPs that attend AVCJ events are a mixed bunch. A few maintain a presence in Asia and are clued up as to the up-and-coming markets and managers, key investment opportunities and general fundraising climate. Another group comprises frequent visitors here who have resources to throw at their due diligence efforts. Then there are those who know little of Asia and must devote the limited manpower of their private equity divisions to covering a wide range of markets.
Whether they are longstanding Cathay Pacific customers who rely on Hong Kong as a sometime home and launching pad or less seasoned travelers entering the region supported by an adviser or via a fund-of-funds,...
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