What Kind of Opportunities Can We Expect in Asian Markets in 2020?

The video discusses the tech sector's focus in Asia, highlighting the region's emphasis on hardware compared to the US. It explores market performance in 2019, noting North Asia's stronger tech exposure. The video predicts a narrowing performance gap between North and South Asia in 2020, with diverse opportunities emerging. It also addresses ongoing trade tensions, particularly between China and the US, and their impact on the tech sector. The potential for resolution between South Korea and Japan is discussed, with an optimistic outlook for 2020-2021.

What is the expected trend in the tech sector in North Asia for the coming year?

• An increase in tech service exports

• A focus on tech hardware and consumer demand

• A shift towards software development

• A decline in tech investments

How is the performance gap between North and South Asian markets expected to change in 2020?

• It will disappear completely

• It will widen significantly

• It will remain the same

• It will reduce, offering more diverse opportunities

What is a major concern for tech companies in North Asia despite a potential trade deal?

• Decreasing consumer demand

• Lack of innovation

• Rising production costs

• Tech tensions between China and the US

What is the current status of the trade dispute between Japan and South Korea?

• It has been completely resolved

• Both countries are not communicating

• Diplomatic talks are ongoing with some progress

• The dispute has escalated further

What is the likely outcome for South Korean semiconductor producers in response to trade issues with Japan?

• They will find alternative suppliers

• They will relocate production to Japan

• They will cease production

• They will increase imports from Japan