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    Global Supply Chains and M&A: Opportunities in Industrials and Mobility
    Insights | 04 December, 2025

    Global Supply Chains and M&A: Opportunities in Industrials and Mobility

    I. Overview of the Mobility Sector Value Chain The automotive mobility sector encompasses a long and complex value chain – from raw materials all the way to end-of-life recycling. At the upstream end, Tier 3 material suppliers provide basic raw materials (metals, polymers, battery minerals, etc.), and Tier 2 component manufacturers produce parts and sub-assemblies. […]
    What Chinese Companies Miss When Expanding Supply Chains into Southeast Asia
    Insights | 03 December, 2025

    What Chinese Companies Miss When Expanding Supply Chains into Southeast Asia

    Chinese companies are expanding their investment footprint in Southeast Asia (SEA) as they search for lower costs, market diversification, and new growth engines beyond a slowing domestic market. The region has become central to the emerging “China+N” strategy, where firms build multiple overseas bases to spread geopolitical and supply chain risk. SEA’s young demographics, rising […]
    Small Operational Mistakes that Delay Big Listings: Part 2
    Insights | 02 December, 2025

    Small Operational Mistakes that Delay Big Listings: Part 2

    Part 1 | Part 2 Early planning, accounting readiness, and audit currency create the foundation for a clean listing process, but the real execution test starts once drafting begins. Mid stage delays often emerge when coordination becomes more complex and multiple workstreams must move in parallel. The next set of pitfalls focuses on issues that […]
    Small Operational Mistakes that Delay Big Listings: Part 1
    Insights | 24 November, 2025

    Small Operational Mistakes that Delay Big Listings: Part 1

    Part 1 | Part 2 In capital markets, success is built on discipline, not luck. Markets will reward a strong story and healthy demand but only if the execution workstreams run clean. In practice, deals rarely slip because of valuation or investor appetite. They slip because of operational errors that appear small in isolation and […]
    Insight from China's Two Sessions Summit
    Insights | 15 March, 2019

    Insight from China's Two Sessions Summit

    Two of the world’s most powerful assemblies, the National People’s Congress and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference held a meeting on March 5th to sketch out the near future for China. The Two Sessions as this annual summit is known, presented a road map for the economic and political development during 2019. Premier Li […]
    IPR Infringement Mapping as a Service
    Insights | 27 February, 2019

    IPR Infringement Mapping as a Service

    What is unique to your business differentiates you from your competitors. Creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, as well as designs, symbols, names and images used in commerce constitute the heart of your successful business. When talking about intellectual property security in China and elsewhere in Asia, the problems are […]
    What Will Happen to Chinese IPR Protection?
    Insights | 05 December, 2018

    What Will Happen to Chinese IPR Protection?

    Foreign firms often complain that enforcing their intellectual property rights in China is quasi-impossible. The problems are rooted in government driven protectionism, difficulties in finding evidence, disproportionally small damage awards – if any, and a perceived bias against foreigners. This perception is justified to some degree, but in many cases the hardship results from deficiencies […]
    European Opportunities Amidst the China-US Trade War
    Insights | 11 November, 2018

    European Opportunities Amidst the China-US Trade War

    Trade wars are not only affecting the warring parties, but also cause collateral damage to third country businesses due to globally integrated supply chains. A growing number of European corporations have now published profit warnings claiming that the US-China trade war have a detrimental impact on their cost structure and export opportunities. Adding to the […]
    Uncover sourcing trends in Asia with our 2018 survey
    Insights | 12 October, 2018

    Uncover sourcing trends in Asia with our 2018 survey

    This year’s report on the sourcing trends in Asia and the world is now published. Each year ARC Consulting surveys the perceptions of sourcing professionals around the world to discover the newest trends in sourcing and to assess what future developments we should be expecting. Download our 2018 report to get an insight into the […]
    Imported Food Demand is Growing in China
    Insights | 09 October, 2018

    Imported Food Demand is Growing in China

    The Chinese diet is changing dramatically. “New era, new venues, and new products” is the current motto of China’s food and beverage industry. In 2018, the revenue in the food and beverage industry amounts to $18 billion U.S. dollars, which is expected to show an annual growth rate of 16.4 (CAGR 2018-2022). Recent forecasts indicate that by 2018, […]
    A Future Perspective on China's Auto Market
    Insights | 09 October, 2018

    A Future Perspective on China's Auto Market

    The 2000-2010 boom in the automotive market in China made it the world’s largest single country new market by 2010, overtaking the US. The country’s very large population, overall increase of living standards and rapid pace of urbanization -which has created 14 modern metropolises with populations over 10 million, and 150+ cities with populations over […]
    China’s E-Commerce Methods and Supply Chain Strategies for 2018
    Insights | 09 October, 2018

    China’s E-Commerce Methods and Supply Chain Strategies for 2018

    Currently, there are over 300 million upper-middle class consumers in China. These consumers desire imported products that offer them a high quality and premium experience. Approximately 61% of Chinese consumers who shop abroad do so because of the quality of the products.  Therefore, the demand for overseas goods in China is steadily increasing.  Cross-border e-commerce […]
    Chinese Consumers Gravitate Toward Organic and Imported Foods
    Insights | 23 August, 2018

    Chinese Consumers Gravitate Toward Organic and Imported Foods

    For the rapidly developing middle class in China, healthcare is of increasing concern. Food safety is the most important factor when addressing the diet changes. In order to avoid a high fat diet, people change their eating habits. They are more interested in organic and plant-based food, additive-free food, and functional health food. Some advocate […]
    China is On the Road to Becoming the Global Electric Vehicle Market Leader
    Insights | 16 August, 2018

    China is On the Road to Becoming the Global Electric Vehicle Market Leader

    China started the development and promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in 2001 and aims to become a dominant global producer. China is currently the largest electric car market in the world with 336,000 new electric cars registered but the EV’s market penetration is only 1.5%.  Norway is the global leader for EV market share with […]
    China Lifts Foreign Ownership Restriction on Automotive Industry
    Insights | 16 August, 2018

    China Lifts Foreign Ownership Restriction on Automotive Industry

    China’s entry to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001 opened many sectors to foreign investment, however, significant ownership restrictions still remain today in many areas creating barriers for entry for global companies. Since the beginning of reform in China, foreign investment has played a fundamental role in the successful development of key sectors of […]
    “Nurse Sharing” Applications Bring New Kind of Service to China's Healthcare Industry
    Insights | 02 August, 2018

    “Nurse Sharing” Applications Bring New Kind of Service to China's Healthcare Industry

    In China, the sphere of the sharing economy has been extended to include the medical industry, and nurse sharing has appeared as a new kind of service delivery offering basic treatment for patients in their homes. According to the official data released by the National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China, the number […]
    Service Industry Drives Economic Growth in China
    Insights | 02 August, 2018

    Service Industry Drives Economic Growth in China

    China’s economic development roadmap is facing significant changes, and the service trade is gradually becoming the driving force behind the economic upgrade. According to the data released by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, the total import and export value of products and services from China has reached 27.8 trillion CNY, up 14.2% from 2016. In […]
    Biomass Industry in China: The Future of Energy in China creates new Opportunities
    Insights | 02 August, 2018

    Biomass Industry in China: The Future of Energy in China creates new Opportunities

    Biomass is a form of renewable source of energy that comes directly from crop production and livestock and includes categories like manure, food crops, forest debris and certain types of water residues. The rapid pace of urbanization and development of the past decades has made China one of the largest producers and consumers of energy […]
    Foreign Entry into Indonesian Market Eased by New Deregulation Measure
    Insights | 24 July, 2018

    Foreign Entry into Indonesian Market Eased by New Deregulation Measure

    Strategically positioned along major sea lines connecting East Asia, South Asia, and Oceania, Indonesia holds a wealth of natural appeal for foreign investors. As well as strong geographic reach into major international markets, the country boasts a population of more than 250 million, offering a viable domestic market for investors. Relatively low wages and an […]
    How Trade Sanctions Affect China Business
    Insights | 12 July, 2018

    How Trade Sanctions Affect China Business

    Economic sanctions are a popular way for powerful governments to exert their disapproval over one another. The unpredictable moves of the current US regime make many companies and their management concerned as to the threat of US based sanctions. Involvement of the U.S. Department of the Treasury in economic sanctions against foreign states dates back […]
    Is European GDPR sufficient in the Chinese business environment?
    Insights | 24 May, 2018

    Is European GDPR sufficient in the Chinese business environment?

    European GDPR will enter into force by end of May. This means that all companies operating in the European Union must abide by the rules as of day one. Reliable data on general GDPR compliance is hard to find as many companies still don’t even give a passing mention to the issue. Naturally larger companies […]
    Should European Companies be Worried about Money-Laundering in China?
    Insights | 13 April, 2018

    Should European Companies be Worried about Money-Laundering in China?

    Anti-money laundering and – terrorist financing obligations are based on international standards. The aim of the regulation is global compliance with common customer due diligence procedures. An important role is played by the intergovernmental Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF) operating under the auspices of the OECD. The 40 anti-money laundering recommendations provided […]
    Can Good Reputation Become a Risk in China Business?
    Insights | 22 November, 2017

    Can Good Reputation Become a Risk in China Business?

    Reputation management has been put on the agenda of nearly every company board over the past few years, and its importance is unanimously acknowledged. A company’s reputation is often thought to be its public image or positive brand. The public image of a company is often just a result of the effect of marketing actions, […]
    The Rise of China's Second-Hand Car Market
    Insights | 17 February, 2017

    The Rise of China's Second-Hand Car Market

    By the end of 2015, the Chinese owned approximately 172 million cars, and the country maintained its position as the world’s largest car market for the seventh consecutive year. However, annual growth in the market for new cars has slowed significantly since 2011, while the market for used cars has gradually gathered momentum. In terms […]
    Myanmar: The Continued Rise of an Emerging Economy
    Insights | 06 February, 2017

    Myanmar: The Continued Rise of an Emerging Economy

    Back in 2011, Myanmar experienced a transformative political election which resulted in significant economic strides. In 2015, power changed hands once again. Under the stewardship of the newly elected party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), the country seems poised to continue along its path of steady and impressive growth. Myanmar’s economy experienced setbacks in […]
    The Road Ahead for Clean Energy in China
    Insights | 12 January, 2017

    The Road Ahead for Clean Energy in China

    Starting with the release of the previous five-year plan, the Chinese government has continually re-articulated its commitment to cleaner energy. The 2011 five-year plan envisioned a China much less dependent upon fossil fuels and more reliant upon nuclear, solar, and wind energy; it sought to diminish “greenhouse gas” emissions to mitigate the unprecedented levels of […]
    Looming Housing Bubble in China’s Real Estate Market
    Insights | 19 December, 2016

    Looming Housing Bubble in China’s Real Estate Market

    China’s volatile housing market has generated a great deal of debate over the past few years. Through 2014 and 2015, the real estate sector took a heavy hit. Housing prices fared poorly as sellers seemed to be stuck with an oversupply of property; and new construction projects dried up as well. The sluggish performance of […]
    Healthcare in China: Lack of Substantive Change But Increasing Opportunities for Foreign Investment
    Insights | 24 October, 2014

    Healthcare in China: Lack of Substantive Change But Increasing Opportunities for Foreign Investment

    The Chinese healthcare sector continues to develop at an extraordinary pace, with health care spending expected to top $1 trillion USD in 2020. China remains one of the most attractive healthcare markets today. During the implementation of the 12th Five-Year Plan, China demonstrated its serious commitment to improve the healthcare industry by investing about $124 […]
    China’s Increasing Appetite for Imported Food and Beverages
    Insights | 19 March, 2014

    China’s Increasing Appetite for Imported Food and Beverages

    Thanks to its rapid growth in recent years, China has emerged as the world’s largest consumer market for food and beverage (F&B), surpassing the United States in 2011 and making the Chinese market increasingly appealing for foreign brands as consumers’ behavior shifts. According to a recent study conducted by the Economist, China is the second […]
    The New Silk Road: The Attraction of Rail Freight Between China and Europe
    Insights | 02 April, 2013

    The New Silk Road: The Attraction of Rail Freight Between China and Europe

    Increasing labor costs close to the large freight harbors and improved collaboration across key land borders resulting in a decrease in the freight time, is making rail freight from China to Europe an attractive alternative to air and ocean freight. Companies in search of cost savings for their production facilities in China are looking further […]
    China's Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Stands Strong in the Face of Global Storms
    Insights | 17 September, 2012

    China's Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Stands Strong in the Face of Global Storms

    Although the global market for non-ferrous metals is not promising, China is taking actions to revive the market. As the recession continues unabated, the global outlook forthe non-ferrous metals market does not look rosy. Let us take aluminum as an example. Due to recent cutbacks by large aluminum companies, the monthly production of aluminum continues […]