In this episode of Purpose Driven Capital, we dive deep into Asia investing, uncovering the untapped opportunities most U.S. investors overlook. Host Matt Johns speaks with Gene Riley, a hedge fund veteran and former Goldman Sachs partner with nearly two decades of experience living and investing in Asia.

Together, they explore how the Asia Pacific market home to over 56% of the world’s population and two-thirds of the global investable equity universe represents one of the most underutilized frontiers for ethical wealth-building and alternative investment opportunities.

Gene shares insider insights on short selling in China, market-neutral strategies, and how the rise of retail investors in Asia is reshaping global markets. The conversation highlights emerging market opportunities in China and India, the impact of global supply chain risk, and the hidden implications of VIE structures for U.S. investors.

If you want to understand how to diversify, preserve capital, and grow wealth through Asia investing, this episode is a masterclass in forward-thinking strategy.

Investing in Asia is no longer a niche strategy, it is a critical pillar of any future-focused investment portfolio. With two-thirds of the global investable equity universe outside the U.S., the Asia Pacific region is a dynamic hub of emerging market opportunities, driven by rapid urbanization, tech innovation, and evolving retail participation.

From China’s booming equity markets to India’s record-setting derivatives trading, Asia offers high-liquidity, high-growth pathways for alternative investment opportunities that most U.S. investors miss.

This episode also unpacks the ethical and strategic dimensions of Asia investing. Gene Riley explains how short selling in China has evolved, why VIE structure China listings carry legal and ownership risks, and how market-neutral hedge fund strategies can preserve capital while capitalizing on volatility.

We explore global supply chain at risk scenarios, U.S.–China decoupling, and how future legacy wealth-building depends on understanding these macro shifts. For those seeking to diversify, protect assets, and invest with purpose, Asia investing represents both a challenge and a profound opportunity.

This episode is hosted by Matt Johns author and host of Purpose Driven Capital.

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