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Global Markets

Dispatches From Shanghai: Inside China’s New Luxury Landscape

On his first visit to Shanghai since before the pandemic, Imran Amed finds a market that has fundamentally changed — from status spending to stealth wealth, from megabrands to homegrown labels, from fashion focus to lifestyle emphasis — and asks, can Western brands catch up?

Global Markets

Dispatches From Shanghai: Inside China’s New Luxury Landscape

On his first visit to Shanghai since before the pandemic, Imran Amed finds a market that has fundamentally changed — from status spending to stealth wealth, from megabrands to homegrown labels, from fashion focus to lifestyle emphasis — and asks, can Western brands catch up?

Fashion Week

In Shanghai, the Martens-Margiela Synchronicity

Glenn Martens staged an opulent outing that underscored the depth of his connection to Maison Margiela, but the designer may have found his comfort zone too early, writes Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

In Shanghai, the Martens-Margiela Synchronicity

Glenn Martens staged an opulent outing that underscored the depth of his connection to Maison Margiela, but the designer may have found his comfort zone too early, writes Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

Can Shanghai Fashion Week Give Rise to Global Labels?

The Shanghai shows can be formulaic and unoriginal, but China’s fashion capital is producing a handful of talents with the potential to go global, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

Can Shanghai Fashion Week Give Rise to Global Labels?

The Shanghai shows can be formulaic and unoriginal, but China’s fashion capital is producing a handful of talents with the potential to go global, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Sports

Nike’s China Stumble Exposes Execution Gaps

Operational missteps and fierce competition from domestic rivals like Anta have left the sportswear brand trailing in its second-largest market outside North America.

Sports

Nike’s China Stumble Exposes Execution Gaps

Operational missteps and fierce competition from domestic rivals like Anta have left the sportswear brand trailing in its second-largest market outside North America.

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Global Markets

Second-Tier Cities Are Critical to Reviving Luxury Growth in China

Hubs like Nanjing and Changsha are drawing increased attention from brands such as Louis Vuitton and Burberry as middle-class consumers relocating from Beijing and Shanghai in search of higher quality of life take their appetite for luxury goods with them.

Global Markets

Second-Tier Cities Are Critical to Reviving Luxury Growth in China

Hubs like Nanjing and Changsha are drawing increased attention from brands such as Louis Vuitton and Burberry as middle-class consumers relocating from Beijing and Shanghai in search of higher quality of life take their appetite for luxury goods with them.

Retail

Despite Tariffs, China Consumer Giants Push Into the US As Domestic Market Stalls

Brands like Urban Revivo and Pop Mart are expanding into the US retail market to seek higher margins and offset slower domestic spending.

Retail

Despite Tariffs, China Consumer Giants Push Into the US As Domestic Market Stalls

Brands like Urban Revivo and Pop Mart are expanding into the US retail market to seek higher margins and offset slower domestic spending.

Global Markets

China’s Singles’ Day Shopping Winds Down With ‘Muted’ Sentiment, Sales Expectations

The world’s largest shopping event failed to spark widespread excitement as ongoing consumer malaise tempered spending.

Global Markets

China’s Singles’ Day Shopping Winds Down With ‘Muted’ Sentiment, Sales Expectations

The world’s largest shopping event failed to spark widespread excitement as ongoing consumer malaise tempered spending.

Luxury

Luxury Brands Turn On the Charm in China to Kindle Spending Recovery

Companies are shifting focus from rapid expansion to deeper engagement with wealthy consumers as they seek growth in the uncertain market.

Luxury

Luxury Brands Turn On the Charm in China to Kindle Spending Recovery

Companies are shifting focus from rapid expansion to deeper engagement with wealthy consumers as they seek growth in the uncertain market.

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Global Markets

Chinese Zara Rival Urban Revivo Steps Up Global Push With New Stores in Fashion Capitals

The fast-fashion retailer is expanding with new store openings in London, New York, and Hong Kong, aiming for 200 overseas locations within five years.

Global Markets

Chinese Zara Rival Urban Revivo Steps Up Global Push With New Stores in Fashion Capitals

The fast-fashion retailer is expanding with new store openings in London, New York, and Hong Kong, aiming for 200 overseas locations within five years.

Retail

Forever 21 Looks to Resurrect China, North America Businesses With New Partners

The fast-fashion brand is making its fourth attempt to re-enter the Chinese market, by localising operations and targeting young consumers, while also seeking a new partner for its North American relaunch.

Retail

Forever 21 Looks to Resurrect China, North America Businesses With New Partners

The fast-fashion brand is making its fourth attempt to re-enter the Chinese market, by localising operations and targeting young consumers, while also seeking a new partner for its North American relaunch.

Retail

Pop Mart CEO Says Labubu-Maker’s Revenue Could Hit Over $4 Billion This Year

The toy company saw its half-year profits soar nearly 400 percent, driven by overwhelming demand for its collectible toys like the Labubu doll.

Retail

Pop Mart CEO Says Labubu-Maker’s Revenue Could Hit Over $4 Billion This Year

The toy company saw its half-year profits soar nearly 400 percent, driven by overwhelming demand for its collectible toys like the Labubu doll.

Global Markets

In Shanghai, Fresh Energy Despite the Downturn

From Samuel Guì Yang to Ao Yes, Shanghai Fashion Week’s best shows were those with a modern take on Chinese dressing, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Global Markets

In Shanghai, Fresh Energy Despite the Downturn

From Samuel Guì Yang to Ao Yes, Shanghai Fashion Week’s best shows were those with a modern take on Chinese dressing, reports Angelo Flaccavento.