Digitalisation accelerates healthtech boom in China

Changing demographics, rising affluence, lifestyle diseases and growing health consciousness are expected to fuel China’s healthcare sector’s growth. However, a shortage of medical professionals and high costs, are key challenges to be addressed, says Kieron Poon, Portfolio Manager, at Eastspring Investments. “Fortunately, the ongoing digitalisation is helping to alleviate some pressure, and this is resulting in many exciting investment opportunities,” Poon adds.

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