Fosun is a Chinese investment group that has done exceptionally well since it was founded in 1992. The company has since grown to become one of the largest multinational groups in China, dealt with various industries including financial sector, healthcare, energy, aquatic products, leisure, commodities and technology. Regarded as the Chinese backbone in international investment, the company has invested in many international conglomerates—Lanvin, Club Med and Cirque de Soleil—confidently demonstrating its ambition and capability as a global investor.
Fosun has been incredibly proactive in its international investments and joint ventures, strategically partnering with several household names in the franchising industry, namely; Brands (Harvey Nichols & Toys’R’us), Medical & Health (Forte, Circle K) & Many More. Such investments serve to boost market strength and involve greater exposure and potential expansion of the group’s already substantial interests, as well as giving Fosun indirect control in international business partnerships.
To further encourage its international stature, Fosun also purchased several international experts from many different countries, different markets, different strategies and investment experience, to assist group’s global investment businesses and expand its international spread further. After the expertise gained from such adventures, Fosun then ventured into private placement of businesses; such as the purchase of China Sun Life Insurance and the Co-creation of China Atlantic, where investors like Goldman Sachs, Fidelity, the Carlyle Group, etc., participated.
The unique expertise and investment style of the Fosun has grown its international portfolio and increased the value of its assets. Currently, Fosun is the leading global investment firm with a net assets value of over 100 billion, making it the fourth largest property/casualty insurer in the world.
Although achieving massive strides in the international markets, Fosun is still dedicated to its primary mission, being a service and provider of healthcare & welfare. To this effect, Fosun has made considerable investments into these sectors, such as holding a joint venture with the United Nations Environment Programme, and the Foundation of Disease Control and Prevention, to tackle environmental and health issues in the developing countries.
Fosun is an amazing example of the spirit of success formulated from a true Chinese strategy, a combination of ambitiousness and prudent financial risk management. Its commitment to continuous investment into diverse industries, international partners, and innovative technological advancements demonstrates the company’s dedication to enriching the global investment market and providing a future of constantly guaranteed returns.
