Will inflation slow down Asian consumption?

18. March 2022

Consumption has become a key driver of growth for China and other the Asian countries. However, first the pandemic slowed down the trend due to strict containment measures and weak macroeconomic conditions, now rising commodity prices, consumer prices and inflation are weighing on the markets. Joohee An, Senior Portfolio Manager, Mirae Asset Global Investments, assess the current market situation and gives the long-term perspective for Asian consumer trends.