Greater Investment Opportunities in Malaysian Healthcare Sector Post COVID

The need of having a robust healthcare system is visible now more than ever with the millions of Covid-19 infections globally. The pandemic has also thickened the conviction of investors in the healthcare sector as it has revealed the supply-demand gaps that underline opportunities in the sector. While some industries have been affected by the pandemic, Malaysia’s healthcare sector holds much promise for investors over the longer term.

But why invest in healthcare sector now?

Investing in the healthcare sector is an investment in our future. Over the last few months, the world saw widespread innovation in the healthcare industry due to the COVID-19 pandemic, making healthcare an attractive destination for private equity in Malaysia. By investing in non-conventional healthcare models investors will witness a decrease in operational costs. As a result, healthcare will become more affordable and provide the opportunity for investors to generate more substantial long-term returns.

Investment Opportunities in Healthcare

Public health and safety are currently a top priority for the government; therefore, expediting innovation should be a top priority for investors. Focus on innovation and improving industry fundamentals will offer attractive opportunities for investors looking to diversify their portfolios in the healthcare sector. As the COVID-19 pandemic has shown, the healthcare industry can improve quickly and adapt to immediate needs.

ü Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology can be tempting for those looking to acquire a high-return investment

ü Medical technology and equipment need continuous innovation to meet consumer and provider demands, signaling fast growth across the industry along with solid returns for investors

ü The healthcare distribution market is expected to reach $1.4 billion by 2025, thus the increasing need to invest in more strong sales and distribution networks only becomes more apparent.

ü Since everyone needs health insurance and there are very few companies in this sector, returns tend to be steady for investors looking to diversify their portfolios by investing in health insurance companies

ü Healthcare infrastructure is considered a low-risk investment with a high potential for returns. They’re also helpful in expanding investor’s portfolio across the overall healthcare sector since healthcare infrastructure span much wider than doctor’s offices and hospitals.

With the aging global population and rising lifestyle diseases, the demand for quality healthcare is also rising; hence; investors can expect to see a rise in healthcare demand. To find out which ventures will prove the most successful as long-term investments require a keen eye and a strong sense of healthcare industry knowledge. Therefore, investors should partner with a trusted firm such as Quadria Capital, the top private equity in Malaysia that takes sufficient time to perform its due diligence to see the most significant returns for its investors.