A majority of global sovereign wealth funds and central banks plan to raise exposure to China, underscoring renewed investor interest in the world’s second largest economy, according to a survey from Invesco.
The poll of 141 global wealth funds and central banks in the first quarter found that 59% expect to increase their China allocation over the next five years, drawn by attractive returns, diversification benefits, and improved market access for foreign investors.
China now ranks as the second highest priority within their emerging market portfolio after Asia ex-China, Invesco says in a statement on July 14. “They’re making China an increasingly compelling investment destination.”
According to Martin Franc, chief executive officer, Asia ex-Japan at Invesco, consensus is growing around China’s unique opportunities, particularly in the evolving technology ecosystem.
“Investors are becoming increasingly convinced of China’s innovative leadership in major technology segments and don’t want to be left behind,” he says.
Some 89% of respondents view digital technology and software as the most attractive sector for investment in China, followed by advanced manufacturing and automation, and clean energy and green technology at 70%.
Atlanta-based Invesco had around US$1.8 trillion of assets under management as of March 2025.
