China jitters turn private equity investors toward India, Indonesia

But analysts warn of steep learning curve, limited exit routes for dealmakers

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Indonesia and India are emerging as key destinations for investment, with enthusiasm for China faltering amid geopolitical tensions and concerns over growth in the world's No. 2 economy.

ECHO WONG, Nikkei staff writer

HONG KONG -- Investors disappointed by China's slow recovery and lack of new growth drivers are turning to India and Southeast Asia for deals, even as experts warn they face a steep learning curve and potentially limited choice of exit routes in many of these markets.

India and Indonesia have become two of the most popular destinations for private equity investors, who are under pressure as high interest rates drive up funding costs and as backers, such as family offices and university endowments, become increasingly nervous about continuing to invest in China.

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