In this episode of the Savvy Capital Show at SuperReturn International, host Chris interviews Edmond, the managing partner of Axiom Asia Private Capital. They discuss the recent success of Axiom's Fund VII, which raised over $1.28 billion despite a challenging fundraising environment in Asia. Edmond shares insights on investment metrics, opportunities in Asian secondaries, and the potential of various markets including Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and China. He also addresses the impact of geopolitical tensions and tariffs on their investment strategy, while highlighting the growing significance of the Asia-Pacific region, projected to be a major economic hub by 2030.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:09 Fund VII Success Amidst Weak Fundraising
00:56 Asia's Secondary Market Opportunities
02:17 Country-Specific Insights: Japan, India, Australia, and South Korea
03:45 China's Evolving Investment Landscape
06:35 Impact of Tariffs on Investment Strategy
08:42 Closing Thoughts on Asia Pacific's Growth