Hong Kong Is the Best Anchor for Chinese Firms Seeking Global Waters For years, China's outward direct investment has been marked by volatility. But what drives this trend?
A closer examination reveals that mainland firms face significant hurdles in their quest for global success – and it's precisely here that Hong Kong comes into play.
The numbers may seem impressive: China's outward direct investment climbed 7% to $174 billion last year, with overseas mergers and acquisitions rebounding by nearly 40%.