I'd really like to begin investing in China, India, and Thailand. How can I get my foot in the door?

Answer 1

You can begin by investing in the shares or ADRs of companies listed in the US. This way, you can do all your investments in US dollars first. When you are more comfortable, you can start buying shares of companies listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange. One thing to keep in mind is that the volume of shares listed publicly in the float is comparatively small, which means that you should expect higher price volatility. If major fluctuations bother you, don't invest in these markets. One good way to get started is to read the books written by Jim Rogers, starting with Adventure Capitalist.

Answer 2

There are several options for you to consider.

First, there are mutual funds and exchange-traded funds that invest in those countries. Second, some large companies in these countries have their stocks listed in the U.S. in the form of American Depositary Receipts (ADR). Third, If you think you can stomach the risk, you can try and find a U.S. broker that would give you trading access to those markets (Auerbach Grayson comes to mind, but they only provide institutional brokerage services). Fourth, you could find brokers on the ground to handle your account.

Answer 3

With India and Thailand you are best off with Mutual fiunds.

With CHina the best options are ETFs - there are a couple - one with a symbol FXE, another from Vanguard I think.

look at a website called www.seekingalpha.com for ideas - they have an India section and a China section

Answer 4

You might want to consider investing your money in stocks of American companies trading in Asia. Forgien companies and forgien stock exchanges don't play by the same rules and are not alway forthright with shareholders. Since the Enron scandle, the laws in the U.S. have been tightened considerable, making U.S. companies a safer investment.
You you invest in U.S. companies that have considerable dealings with Asia--3M, Proctor and Gamble, William Wrigley & Co. to name a few--to benefit in their Asian investment as well.

Answer 5

I agree with investorman, ETFs would be good, you could also to closed end international funds or American Depository Receipts(ADRs). ADRs are like buying the international stock only they trade on U.S. exchanges and trade in U.S. dollars. It's much more cost effective then trading the stock in its domestic market.

Answer 6

With bribes

Answer 7

speak to an accountant