Asia and Japan

Tokyo Stock Exchange

Japan's Nikkei 225 and the Hong Kong Hang Seng exchange are the best-known stock markets in Asia. But it's becoming easier for investors to get access to more obscure markets such as South Korea and Taiwan.

Recent articles (3)

What to buy as China stalls

(25 May 12)

The outlook for China's economy is gloomy as growth slows. But there are still opportunities for investors, says Matthew Partridge. Here he looks at three solid defensive stocks that should be able to ride out the downturn.

China is heading for a well needed crash

(21 May 12)

China's economy is slowing down. And it could eventually go the way of Japan in a long, drawn-out crash, says Lars Henriksson.

A new blueprint for Southeast Asia

(03 May 12)

As China goes through a period of structural changes, other countries in Southeast Asia are moving to adjust – and are hoping to emerge from China's shadow. Lars Henriksson looks at one deal that typifies this exciting story.

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