UK fund managers investing in China were surveyed on the availability of investment information sources and their use of them. They rely heavily on stock brokers' analysts but also use Chinese personal contacts and visits. English language publications are used mainly because of language problems in using sources in Chinese. Reasons for dissatisfaction with the availability of Chinese company information and requirements for the improvement of information provision are identified. Regulations on company information disclosure are thought to need urgently strengthening.
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