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China's Luxury Consumption is Up, Up, UP!

China has risen to become the world's second-largest consumer of luxury goods -- and you better believe that international luxury companies are sitting up and taking notice. In fact, Chinese consumers are learning how to spend money -- and now that they've had a taste of the good life, there's no turning back. So our portfolio continues to focus on the rise in consumer spending in China -- not just by the ultra-wealthy, but also by the increasingly well-off Chinese middle class. more...

Revisiting Rare Earth Metals in China

There is vast opportunity in rare earth metals in China. In fact, rare earths are key components of many of today's most popular gadgets -- from iPhones to hybrid cars.

But you won't find rare earth metals just anywhere. China accounts for about 93% of global rare earth production -- and the country warned last year that its own rising demand may force it to stop exporting the irreplaceable elements. This would likely send prices skyrocketing -- presenting us with an extraordinary opportunity! more...

Emerging Markets Surpass U.S. in Consumer Spending

Emerging markets have led the world out of the global recession -- and Asian economies that are more closely linked to China, such as Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore, have been growing the fastest.

In fact, during the recession -- and for the first time in modern history -- consumers in emerging market economies outspent consumers in the U.S. So clearly, the Chinese have the ability to spend -- benefiting our plays on Chinese domestic consumption. more...

Challenges with China's Wind Energy

In recent years, China has grown to become a powerhouse in the wind power industry, with more than 70 wind turbine manufacturers in the country. And green investing is an important investment theme for investors.

However, a lack of quality, a surplus of the wrong products and rising demand all pose a problem for this industry in the short term. So, while there may be investments in the solar or wind industry down the road, right now I'm focused on another part of the green tech industry. more...

Asian Nations Continue to Lead Global Recovery

Asian economies, led by China, are posting strong economic numbers and continue to pave the way forward for the global recovery. In fact, policy makers in China, India and Vietnam are slightly tightening monetary policy amid signs of accelerating growth.

But overall, I think that as long as the Chinese government continues to adjust its monetary policies in a steady and gradual manner, China's strong economic growth will continue -- handing nice gains to China investors. more...

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Recovery in World Trade as China Surpasses Germany in Exports

Global trade volumes contracted by an estimated 13% in 2009 -- the first contraction since 1982. But recent export and import statistics for the United States and China are fresh signs that world trade is beginning to recover from the global financial crisis.

In fact, as clearly shown by the huge growth in imports, versus the impressive -- but smaller -- growth in exports, China is experiencing rapid growth in consumption. more...

China Gains Against India for Top Gold Market

China is fast emerging as an enormous market for gold, posting 9% increase in demand for the precious metal last year, while demand in India fell. However, India posted strong growth in the fourth quarter of 2009 with a 17% pick-up in demand.

So, I remain bullish on gold prices in 2010. While there will be pullbacks in the price of gold, they actually represent buying opportunities rather than the end of the gold bull market. more...

China and India: Tension and Trade

Over the past decade, China and India have risen to become the world's fastest-growing major economies. And despite sharing a history of sometimes-tense relations, the two nations have lately seen a nice pop in bilateral trade.

And although tensions between China and India will likely continue for the near term, I remain cautiously optimistic about India's future, and will focus on the rising trend of domestic consumption in both China and India. more...

Indonesia Aims to Put Another I in BRIC

Lately, Indonesia has become a new focus for global funds, which have been drawn in to the country due to its improving stability and impressive recovery. Emerging as the third fastest-growing member of the G20 in 2009, Indonesia has been a strong performer out of the global slowdown.

On the whole, Indonesia is an interesting story -- and I am looking into trading opportunities in the country. more...

Inside Asian Culture

Signs of Chinese Affluence in New Year Celebrations

The oldest and most important traditional holiday in China is the Chinese New Year -- and the celebration is fast approaching. And traditionally, families in China hold a large family reunion at home. But this year, many Chinese families are dining out instead, with many popular restaurants already fully booked, even though the festival is still weeks away. The growing middle class in China is providing some amazing investment opportunities! more...

Censorship Issues as China Bans "Avatar"

The headlines involving Google and China caused quite a stir in the past couple weeks, and truly brought the censorship issue to the forefront. In fact, recently another headline along these lines hit the front pages, this time with respect to the blockbuster hit film 'Avatar.' So I'll discuss what these issues mean for China investors -- and how you can actually use the lengths Chinese officials will go to ensure the success of their homegrown industries to profit. more...

"Socialist" China is More Investor Friendly than the U.S.

Despite the great strides that China has undertaken to become an economic superpower, there are some investors who remain unsure if China is the 'real deal' because of the country's history of socialism and authoritarian government. However, the Chinese system known as 'socialism with Chinese characteristics' has become more capitalistic than almost all other major economies. With no capital gains tax, property tax or tax on real estate investment gains, China is actually more investor and capital friendly than the U.S. more...

The 60th Anniversary of the People's Republic of China

Festivities for China's National Day were kicked off with a bang -- the Chinese government went all out to make this year's celebration of the 60th anniversary of the People's Republic of China the biggest and best ever seen in China. And they received overwhelming support, with over one million volunteering to help out with security and the parade. The Chinese have a lot to celebrate -- both their hard-won peace from civil war 60 years ago, as well as the modernization of China today. more...

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