FPA East Bay Breakfast Meeting 5/4/16 

As China continues to be a focus of the global financial marketplace, it is increasingly important for investors to understand how its economy and financial systems truly work. Join Matthews Asia’s Investment Strategist, Andy Rothman, as he pulls back the curtain on the world’s second largest economy in a compelling discussion on how China’s economy has evolved and where he thinks China’s headed in the decades ahead. 

About Our Speaker

Andy Rothman is an Investment Strategist at Matthews Asia. He is principally responsible for developing research focused on China’s ongoing economic and political developments while also complementing the broader investment team with in-depth analysis on Asia. In addition, Andy plays a key role in communicating to clients and the media the firm’s perspectives and latest insights into China and the greater Asia region. Prior to joining Matthews Asia in 2014, Andy spent 14 years as CLSA’s China macroeconomic strategist where he conducted analysis into China and delivered his insights to their clients. Previously, Andy spent 17 years in the U.S. Foreign Service, with a diplomatic career focused on China, including as head of the macroeconomics and domestic policy office of the U.S. embassy in Beijing. In total, Andy has lived and worked in China for more than 20 years. He earned an M.A. in public administration from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs and a B.A. from Colgate University. He is a proficient Mandarin speaker.