Southeast Asia (SEA)'s internet economy is poised for significant growth, with Indonesia leading the charge. In 2024, Indonesia's internet economy was estimated to reach ** billion U.S. dollars in gross merchandise value (GMV), far surpassing other countries in the region. Singapore, despite its smaller size, generated GMV of approximately ** billion U.S. dollars. E-commerce: the largest segment of SEA’s internet economy Key segments of SEA’s internet economy include e-commerce, online travel, online ride-hailing and food delivery, and online media. Among these, e-commerce is the largest segment, with its GMV estimated to reach nearly *** billion USD in 2024. According to an online survey, more than **** of respondents in Southeast Asia preferred online shopping compared to ** percent favoring in-store shopping. Online marketplaces such as Shopee, Lazada, and Tokopedia are the most popular in the region. As of 2023, Shopee was SEA’s leading e-commerce platform by GMV. E-commerce market size by country Indonesia, the most populous country in SEA, evidently has the largest e-commerce market in the region. In 2024, its e-commerce GMV amounted to approximately ** billion U.S. dollars and is forecasted to reach *** billion U.S. dollars 2030, driven by a rapidly expanding e-commerce user base in Indonesia. Meanwhile, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines have relatively comparable e-commerce market sizes, with Malaysia’s and Singapore’s being smaller in comparison. These Southeast Asian e-commerce markets are expected to continue growing in the next few years; however, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines are projected to grow at a much faster pace compared to Malaysia and Singapore.

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In 2023, the estimated total GDP of all ASEAN states amounted to approximately 3.8 trillion U.S. dollars, a significant increase from the previous years. In fact, the GDP of the ASEAN region has been skyrocketing for a few years now, reflecting the region’s thriving economy. Power in the EastThe Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) comprises Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. It was established in 1967 among five of these countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines) to facilitate trade and economic growth, as well as promote cultural development and social structures in the region. To date, they have been joined by another five nations. The ASEAN marketThe founding of the ASEAN organization provides the collaborating nations with more autonomy and influence on the global economy than they would have had by themselves. Additionally, struggling participating countries, such as Laos, are given an opportunity to grow on an ASEAN single market.

In 2024, the real gross domestic product (GDP) in Vietnam grew by approximately **** percent, marking the highest growth rate in Southeast Asia. In comparison, Myanmar's real GDP growth rate dropped by **** percent. Southeast Asia, a tapestry of economic and cultural complexity Historically a critical component of global trade, Southeast Asia is a diverse region with heterogeneous economies. The region comprises ** countries in total. While Singapore is a highly developed country economy and Brunei has a relatively high GDP per capita, the rest of the Southeast Asian countries are characterized by lower GDPs per capita and have yet to overcome the middle-income trap. Malaysia is one of these countries, having reached the middle-income level for many decades but yet to grow incomes proportionally to its economic development. Nevertheless, Southeast Asia’s young population will further drive economic growth across the region’s markets. ASEAN’s economic significance Aiming to promote economic growth, social progress, cultural development, and regional stability, all Southeast Asian countries except for Timor-Leste are part of the political and economic union Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Even though many concerns surround the union, ASEAN has avoided trade conflicts and is one of the largest and most dynamic trade zones globally. Factors such as the growing young population, high GDP growth, a largely positive trade balance, and exemplary regional integration hold great potential for future economic development in Southeast Asia.

The average for 2023 based on 11 countries was 14312.02 U.S. dollars. The highest value was in Singapore: 84734.26 U.S. dollars and the lowest value was in Burma (Myanmar): 1233.2 U.S. dollars. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2023. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

In 2024, China's gross domestic product amounted to approximately ***** trillion U.S. dollars, which was the highest GDP across the Asia-Pacific region. Japan followed with a GDP of around **** trillion dollars.  China, Asia-Pacific's titan The significance of the Asia-Pacific region to the world is multifaceted, ranging from geopolitical importance to being home to more than half of the world's population. Characterized by emerging countries and dynamic economic activities, the region plays a key role in the global economy. China, the most populous country after India, and the second largest economy on the planet, accounted for about half of the total gross domestic product (GDP) in APAC as of 2023. The GDP growth in China was characterized by high rates for decades. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the country has struggled to catch up with the previous level of growth rates and was forecast to stay at more modest real GDP growth rates in the coming years.  A new paradigm of development in the Asia-Pacific region Even though the Asia-Pacific region has made significant economic improvements in the last decades, from a developmental perspective, tackling existing socio-economic issues will be critical for future growth. An aspect worth mentioning is the GDP per capita in the region. EU countries, for example, had about ***** times as much GDP per capita compared to East Asia and the Pacific region in 2022. China has been working towards changing its economic focus to high-tech and service sectors while reducing its concentration on agriculture.

Gross domestic product (GDP) of emerging and developing countries in Asia is expected to reach over 38.57 trillion U.S. dollars by 2030. This would be almost double the GDP from a decade earlier, which was about 21.06 trillion U.S. dollars. Emerging and developing economies are the second-largest source of global GDP. The region’s GDP generally comes from manufacturing and trade, as well as growing financial industries and international commerce. A region with growing economic power Of the countries the IMF categorizes as emerging and developing in Asia (See “More information” for full list), several are a part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), an organization that provides the collaborating nations with a greater opportunity for growth and participation in the global economy than they would otherwise have. Indonesia, a founding member, has the largest economy in South East Asia, and is predicted to be one of the 15 countries worldwide with the highest GDP by 2030.

The statistic shows gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in Indonesia from 1987 to 2023, with projections up until 2030. GDP is the total value of all goods and services produced in a country in a year. It is considered to be a very important indicator of the economic strength of a country and a positive change is an indicator of economic growth. In 2023, the GDP 29per capita in Indonesia amounted to around 4,919.94 U.S. dollars. Indonesia's gross domestic product on the rise Indonesia has the largest economy in Southeast Asia is considered one of the most important emerging market economies in the world. Indonesia is a member of the G-20 economies and a founding member of ASEAN. It has one of the largest gross domestic products in the world: In 2014, the Indonesian GDP was reported to exceed 856 billion U.S. dollars. GDP in Indonesia has been increasing rapidly and in 2011, it was estimated that it had grown by more than 6.4 percent in comparison to the previous year. That same year, global GDP amounted to more than 72 trillion U.S. dollars - with the exception of 2009, global GDP has been continuously increasing each year over the past decade. Based on purchasing power parity, Indonesia's share in the global GDP is significantly higher than that of other major economies, and in 2014 was almost on the same level with France and higher than the UK's share. According to a forecast by Goldman Sachs, Indonesia will be among the 15 countries with the largest gross domestic product worldwide by 2030. In addition, the gross domestic product per capita in Indonesia has also undergone a rapid increase. Over the past decade, GDP per capita in Indonesia has quadrupled, a remarkable feat seldom seen in any economy.

In 2024, India’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate was around **** percent, the highest in South Asia. In contrast, Nepal reported the lowest real GDP growth rate in the region at approximately **** percent that year, but it was forecasted to increase to **** percent in 2026.Economy in South Asia In general, South Asia encompasses Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Bhutan. In 2020, India had a GDP of over *** trillion U.S. dollars, while Bangladesh and Sri Lanka followed. The Maldives and Bhutan were among the countries with the lowest GDP in the Asia-Pacific region. In South Asia, the main economic activities include the services sector as well as the industrial and manufacturing sectors.Society in South AsiaFrom the South Asian countries, Bangladesh had the highest share of people living below the poverty line. The Maldives and Sri Lanka exhibited the highest and second-highest GDP per capita among the South Asian countries in 2021.

This dataset provides values for GDP PER CAPITA reported in several countries. The data includes current values, previous releases, historical highs and record lows, release frequency, reported unit and currency.

In 2021, Macao had the highest estimated gross domestic product (GDP) growth with **** percent, followed by the Maldives with an estimated GDP growth of **** percent. Many economies were forecasted to have seen a decline in GDP in 2021, possibly due to COVID-19, reaching up to *** percent in Myanmar. Nevertheless, almost economies were forecasted to recover in 2022 and 2023.

The economic state in Asia

In 2020, China led the Asia Pacific region in terms of GDP with approximately **** trillion U.S. dollars, followed by India, South Korea, and Australia. In comparison, the GDP value for emerging and developing Asia was at aproximately **** trillion international dollars in that year. In terms of GDP per capita, Singapore ranked the highest with approximately **** U.S. dollars, followed by Australia with a per capita GDP of around **** U.S. dollars.

Higher GDP growth for developing Asia Pacific countries

For 2022 and 2023, it was forecasted that Macao and the Maldives would have the highest GDP growth. Overall, Afghanistan had the highest predicted rise in GDP growth from 2021 to 2023. South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Southwest Asia were forecasted to be leading the region’s economic growth with comparably higher GDP growth rates. Developed countries including Australia, New Zealand and Japan were projected to have stagnant GDP growth.

China boasts the fastest growing GDP of all developed nations. Neighboring regions will have the largest middle class in history. China is building transport infrastructure to take advantage. Companies that capture market share in this region will be the largest and best performing over the next decade.

Macro Tailwinds

1) China GDP is the fastest growing of any major country with expected 5-6% over the next decade. If businesses (Alibaba, Tencent, etc..) maintain flat market share, that alone will drive 5-6% over the next decade. This is already higher than JP Morgans expectation (from their 13f filings) that the US market will perform between -5% and +5% over this coming decade.

2) The Southeast Asia Region contains about 5 billion people. China is constructing the One Best One Road which will be completed by 2030. This will grant their businesses access to the fastest and largest growing middle class in human history. Over the next 10+ years this region will be home to the largest middle class in history, potentially over 10x that of North America and Europe, based on stock price in Google Sheets.

Increasing average Chinese income.

Chinese average income has more than doubled over the last decade. Having sustained the least economic damage from the virus, this trend is expected to continue. At this pace the average Chinese citizen salary will be at 50% of the average US by 2030 (with stock price in Excel provided by Finsheet via Finnhub Stock Api), with the difference being there are 4x more Chinese. Thus a market potential of almost 2x the US over the next decade.

The Southeast Asia Region now contains the largest total number of billionaires, this number is expected to increase at an increasing rate as the region continues to develop. Over the next 10 years the largest trading route ever assembled will be completed, and China will be the primary provider of goods to 5b+ people

2013 North America was home to the largest number of billionaires. This reversed with Asia over the following 5 years. This separation is expected to continue at an increasing rate. Why does this matter? Over the next 10 years the largest trading route ever assembled will be completed, and China will be the primary provider of goods to 5b+ people

Companies that can easily access all customers in the world will perform best. This is good news for Apple, Microsoft, and Disney. Disney stock price in Excel right now is $70. But not for Amazon or Google which at first may sound contrary as the expectation is that Amazon "will take over the world". However one cannot do that without first conquering China. Firms like Alibaba and Tencent will have easy access to the global infrastructure being built by China in an attempt to speed up and ease trade in that region. The following guide shows how to get stock price in Excel.

We will explore companies using a:

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4) Story/Tailwind

Method to find investing ideas in these regions. The tailwind is currently largest in the Asia region with 6%+ GDP growth according to the latest SEC form 4 from Edgar Company Search. This is relevant as investments in this region have a greater margin of safety; investing in a company that maintains flat market share should increase about 6% per year as the market growth size is so significant. The next article I will explore Alibaba (NYSE: BABA), and why I recently purchased a large position during the recent Ant Financial Crisis.

The Southeast Asia data center market is experiencing robust growth, projected to reach a market size of $9.78 billion in 2025, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.8% from 2019 to 2033. This expansion is fueled by several key drivers. The burgeoning digital economy across Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia, is creating a massive demand for data storage and processing capabilities. Increased cloud adoption by businesses of all sizes, along with the rising popularity of big data analytics and the Internet of Things (IoT), further contribute to this growth. Government initiatives promoting digital transformation and investments in robust digital infrastructure are also playing a crucial role. The market is segmented by end-user (BFSI, Energy, IT, Others) and component (IT infrastructure, Electrical construction, Mechanical construction, General construction, Security solutions). The BFSI sector is expected to remain a significant contributor, followed by the IT and Energy sectors, driven by their increasing reliance on data-intensive operations and the need for reliable data centers. Competition is intense, with leading companies employing various competitive strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and expansion into new markets. However, challenges such as high infrastructure costs, regulatory hurdles, and power constraints pose potential restraints to market growth. The forecast period of 2025-2033 anticipates continued expansion, driven by ongoing digitalization efforts and the increasing adoption of advanced technologies like edge computing and 5G. The Rest of Southeast Asia segment is poised for significant growth given the expanding digital footprint in less developed nations within the region. The market's growth will likely be influenced by factors such as government policies regarding data sovereignty and cybersecurity, the availability of skilled labor, and the overall economic stability of the region. Companies are strategically investing in sustainable and energy-efficient data center solutions to mitigate environmental concerns and lower operational costs, creating opportunities for environmentally conscious technologies and practices within the sector.

The average for 2023 based on 11 countries was 192.18 million. The highest value was in India: 1428.63 million and the lowest value was in Brunei: 0.45 million. The indicator is available from 1960 to 2023. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

The unemployment rate in Thailand reached 1.1 percent in 2020, a small increase from the previous year. Most of Thailand’s population is of working age and employed. About 46 percent of Thailand’s inhabitants work in the service sector, and another large portion of the population works in agriculture. Emerging and upwards Thailand is considered an emerging economy, as reflected by the country’s growing service sector. In recent years, Thailand has maintained a trade surplus, with the largest portion of exports going to China, the United States, and Japan. As of 2018, most of Taiwan’s exports are electrical machinery equipment and computers. An ASEAN leader Thailand is one of the founding members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), developed to nurture trade and economic growth among Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. The organization has seen growth in gross domestic product (GDP) to over 2.5 trillion U.S. dollars. Among the countries involved, Thailand has the second largest economy with 487 billion U.S. dollars as of 2018.

The average for 2021 based on 11 countries was 671160 sq. km. The highest value was in India: 2973190 sq. km and the lowest value was in Singapore: 718 sq. km. The indicator is available from 1961 to 2022. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

This dataset provides values for GDP PER CAPITA PPP reported in several countries. The data includes current values, previous releases, historical highs and record lows, release frequency, reported unit and currency.

The size of the Southeast Asia Food Service Market was valued at USD XX Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD XXX Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 4.64% during the forecast period. The market for food service in Southeast Asia includes establishments that prepare, serve, and deliver food and drinks for consumption away from home, such as restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, and catering services. Significant growth in this market is being fueled by fast urbanization, shifting consumer behaviors, and rising levels of disposable incomes. Key participants such as Yum! Brands and KFC are dominating the market with broad product offerings and robust distribution systems. There is a high demand for fast food and virtual kitchens, showing the region's desire for varied and convenient dining choices. Despite obstacles like limited infrastructure and supply chain logistics, the market's optimistic view is fueled by continuous innovations and the increasing popularity of food delivery platforms. This path highlights the vital importance of the food service sector in the economy of Southeast Asia and its potential for further market expansion. Recent developments include: October 2023: Starbucks launched two new drinks with the addition of ice cream in the Philippines.May 2023: Starbucks inaugurated the latest rustic finish store in Bird Paradise, and the structure of the store is designed like a wooden hut.May 2023: Inspire Brands, Inc. launched new butter variants to its Butternut portfolio. These variants include the Plain Butternut, Choco Almond Butternut, Ube Cheese Butternut, Strawberry Butternut, Cheesy Butternut, and Choco Butternut.. Key drivers for this market are: Growing Awareness of Functional Benefits of Carotenoids, Consumption of Health and Wellness Products. Potential restraints include: High Processing Cost and Low Yield of Natural Food Colors. Notable trends are: OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT.

This report compares changes in the competitive positions of five major members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia. Specifically, their exports to the markets of the European Union, North Atlantic Free Trade Agreement, as well as the region of Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development Asia and Pacific (Australia, Japan, Korea and New Zealand) are compared for the period between 1994 and 1999. Dynamic Shift-Share Analysis is applied to trade data for five major categories of manufactured exports. The subsequent results were analysed in order to find interdependencies with policy changes, as well as to find potential implications for international businesses. It was found that the "new" ASEAN members play a little role within the ASEAN-10. It appeared that Singapore has the strongest economy and is the only country in an 'innovation driven' development stage, followed by Malaysia, which was able to strengthen its position. Thailand mostly lost competitiveness. Indonesia, although mostly stable from a trade perspective lost mostly in value-added categories, while the Filipino economy was able to improve its competitive position.

The gross domestic product (GDP) of Papua New Guinea (PNG) grew at an annual average rate of nearly 7% between 2007 and 2010, and is expected to perform even better in 2011. Moreover, the economy remained unaffected even at the peak of the global economic crisis, when most other major Southeast Asian and Pacific economies recorded low or negative GDP growth rates. Sound macroeconomic management in the recent past and planned initiatives such as the PNG LNG Project indicate that the economy will continue to perform well in the medium to long run. Nevertheless, the country faces a number of development challenges. Per capita GDP and its growth rate remain low. The economy is heavily dependent on the mining and resource sectors, and hence remains vulnerable to fluctuations in the global markets. A majority of the people in the labor force work in the informal sector, and opportunities for productive employment in the formal sector continue to grow very slowly. Provision of public services, including education, health, and safe drinking water and sanitation, remains inadequate, especially in the rural areas.