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China’s luxury market contracts by 10% in 2022

This is the first time the market shrunk in the last five years. 

China’s luxury market contracts by 10% in 2022

This is the first time the market shrunk in the last five years. 

Customised, interactive experience key to attracting customers

Brands should offer personal touchpoints to customers, amongst others.

What could make shoppers switch to another luxury brand

Chinese consumers give emphasis on whether the brand is aligned with their identity. 

SHEIN names new chair for Latin America office

Marcelo Claure will lead the company’s Latin American strategy and stakeholder affairs. 

China captures luxury brands despite headwinds: report

The luxury retail market will likely grow 6.1% and 6% in 2023 and 2024, respectively. 

Beijing's retail market shows signs of steady development

Retail supply rose 16% in 2022 compared to last year.

Essential goods expected to lead China's retail sales recovery

The sales of non-essential goods are expected to show slower growth.

Is Gen Z becoming the bigger spender in China?

They are rapidly becoming the largest consumer base for luxury brands, KPMG said.

Long-term plans assessment needed for Shanghai’s retailers: report

Most brands in the city have been focusing on streamlining existing operations.

Alibaba names Wu Zeming as CTO in management reshuffle

He succeeded Li Cheng in the post immediately.

Luxury market’s last quarter growth hinges on China’s reopening

It will also be boosted by consumer confidence in Europe and America.

China's retailers must shift to sustainable operations: report

Improving shopper loyalty is expected to be critical as consumers spend less.

Strong local consumption buoys Guangzhou's retail sector

The food and beverage sector in the Chinese city was relatively active in Q3.

Shein reduces water use in new printing technology

It also accelerates the efficiency of printing. 

Luk Fook Group’s net profit inches up by 0.6% 

The company’s net profit stood at HK$658m in the six months ending in September.

Starbucks China RTD’s TikTok dominance in brand storytelling

The campaign earned them a win at the 2022 FMCG Asia Awards.