Asian investors face $46 trillion portfolio dilemma with their U.S. holdings
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 23 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Asia's Investment Position: Asia holds a significant net international investment position of $46 trillion, reflecting the difference between its overseas assets and foreign holdings in the region.
Shifts in Investment Strategy: There is a trend of reduced investment in U.S. assets by Asian nations, as noted by Morgan Stanley’s chief Asia economist Chetan Ahya.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








