China

China, the 2^nd largest economy in the world, contributes ~18% to global GDP and is expected to grow 4.5% in 2024, exceeding the global average of 2.4%, according to world bank.

Key factors include:

Population & purchasing power: China has 1.4bn people, that’s 18% of the global population, of which 29% belong to the middle-income group. This gives them strong purchasing power and provides the perfect eco-system for industries such as FMCG and the service sector.

Cross-border investment: Last year China experienced significant investment coming into the country with 189bn USD coming from inflow, whilst at the same time, 147bn USD going the other way.

Foreign trade: China is world’s largest exporter and 2^nd largest importer globally, with its key trading partners being the European Union, ASEAN and US.

Our Services 

Vistra, a leading service provider in Greater China, boasts significant market share, revenue, and capabilities across diverse services.

Having been active in this jurisdiction for over 35 years, we have around 1,400 professionals based in 18 major cities in this region, including mega cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taipei, we also have centres in the major economic zones, such as Shenzhen, Chengdu and Hangzhou. As a collective, we support ~25,000 corporate and fund clients, including 1,400+ Hong Kong-listed companies, 40% fortune 500 companies and more than 200 fund managers. 

Clients rely on our comprehensive solutions, from start-ups to IPO support and M&A. We also offer tailored inbound/outbound services for international expansion, cross-border investments, and market entry, encompassing establishment, operation, expansion, and compliance. Our fund administration services empower rapid and responsible growth for private equity, venture capital, real estate, and alternative assets funds.