CBG provides China market research and assistance in establishing joint ventures and wholly owned operations.

ACQUISITIONS AND JOINT VENTURES
Acquisition target and joint venture partner identification and evaluation for firms in many industry sectors, including computer networking, power systems, electronics, printed circuit boards, photographic equipment, water supply systems, construction, consumer products and medical devices.

In-depth due diligence on acquisition partners and/or joint venture partners in all industries noted above.

Formation of joint ventures, including feasibility studies, negotiation assistance and document preparation, for firms in many of the industries noted above, as well as the microelectronics, petroleum, and chemicals industries. Please see next page for information on site location services.

WHOLLY FOREIGN-OWNED ENTERPRISES
Regulatory work for the establishment of wholly foreign-owned trading companies and manufacturing operations for U.S. and Japanese firms in the areas of food processing, chip assembly, electronics, textiles, furniture, telecommunications and advanced materials.   Please see next page for information on site location services.

MARKET, COMPETITOR AND INDUSTRY ANALYSES
Report on the market share of the top ten foreign companies competing in four major medical device product groups in China. Interviewed over 900 hospitals in 24 provinces regarding installed base, brands and models, prices paid, years purchased, purchasing and service criteria, and funding schemes. Also provided analysis of pending changes in hospital fees and government reimbursement plans.

Report on the market for 23 bulk active pharmaceuticals in China. Interviewed 155 customers and competitors across 11 cities in China regarding annual purchase and production volumes, distribution channels, and supplier qualification procedures. Provided detailed analysis of the market structure, changing market dynamics and the associated risks and opportunities.

Report on the market structure for eleven tool groups in China. Interviewed 500 wholesalers, retailers, end-users and major market players across 6 cities in China regarding best-selling brands, market share, purchase criteria and export performance. Created profiles of top manufacturers for both the domestic and export markets and recommended acquisition targets to client.

Review of the air conditioner, washing machine and refrigerator industries in China, including growth since 1979, projected growth, and identification of top fifteen producers in each field by volume, RMB value and market share. Visited five largest producers in each industry throughout China to determine interest in client's product. Recommended market entry strategy for client.

Report on the major consumers of centrifugal compressors in ten industry sectors in Greater Shanghai and Jiangsu Province. Interviewed the ten largest consumers in each industry sector (100 interviews) regarding their future consumption/expansion plans to determine feasibility of client's entrance into market. Determined decision-making structure for each factory for the purchase of compressors. Recommended follow-up plan of action for client.

Detailed report on the nation-wide Chinese market for chemical catalysts. In addition to market data, identified major players, competitors and their activities, and outlined current trends and issues in China's business environment. Demonstrated means for client to expand existing annual market in China from $17 million to $30 million.

SOURCING OPERATIONS
Established sourcing operations for firms in many industry sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, furniture, party goods, hardware and white goods.

BENCHMARK STUDIES
Conducted study with 15 major high technology multinationals operating in China regarding best practices for achieving and maintaining profitability in China. Presented conclusions to client and all participating companies.

Conducted study with 15 Chinese and foreign-invested semiconductor companies on wage and retention issues for application engineers in China. Presented findings and conclusions to client and all participating companies.

Conducted study with 8 major multinationals operating in China regarding the possible benefits and efficiencies gained through establishing a holding company. Presented conclusions to client and all participating companies.

Conducted study with 15 manufacturing and assembly operations in China regarding best practices vis-à-vis management, corporate structure, human resources, intellectual property rights and product acceptance. Documented pre-investment expectations versus operational experience.

SITE LOCATIONS
Provided site location summaries for clients in the food processing, electronics, telecommunications, furniture, textiles, heavy machinery and advanced materials industries. Studies included information on wage and benefit rates, availability of technical talent, tax incentives/subsidies, building/land lease and purchase options, land-use terms, availability/costs of key raw materials, transportation infrastructure, existence of similar companies in the area, size of expatriate community and size/cost/nearness of expatriate amenities such as housing, schools, recreation and flights to home country.

OTHER PROJECTS
The foregoing is a sample of the work we have done for some clients at The China Business Group. For more information on our experience and expertise, please call (619) 702-4258, or email us.

We look forward to providing your firm with an exceptional competitive advantage in China.