Despite a challenging 18 months and declining investment levels, confidence in the private equity story across Asia Pacific remains strong. However, while the region’s vast growth horizons and expanding middle class paint a picture of promise, investors must still contend with various mounting macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges that cloud the near-term outlook.

So what awaits PE investors in 2024?

The upcoming year and beyond promises to be a blend of prudence and ambition – and while overall investment might harken back to quieter times, the canvas of opportunities across APAC only seems to be expanding, led by such themes as:

• ESG and a preference for ventures that not only promise profitability but also prove sustainable while emphasizing responsible growth
• Looking beyond China as investors eye alternative markets for fresher opportunities
• The tech and AI revolution and how both are reshaping various sectors in APAC
• Healthcare and its myriad opportunities, from eldercare in developed nations to digital health solutions in emerging markets.

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