LONDON, United Kingdom — Covid-19 has thrown the global retail sector into a state of chaos from which it might take months, if not years, to recover. It also worsened tensions between the world’s two biggest superpowers as President Trump adopted a ‘blame China’ strategy. This month, an internal Chinese government dossier reportedly informed leaders […]
Brands Press Play on China's Streaming Opportunity
SHANGHAI, China — Every week, their pore-less faces are watched by millions of young viewers who then follow their every move, outfit change and beauty look on social media apps WeChat, Weibo and Xiaohongshu. The hottest young Chinese idols are appearing more than ever on the small screen — on mobile and tablet screens to […]
Alibaba's Hong Kong Shares Close 6.6% Up After 2019's Largest Stock Sale
HONG KONG, China — Alibaba Group’s Hong Kong shares closed their first trading session up 6.6 percent from the issue price after this year’s largest stock sale. Shares worth HK$13.99 billion ($1.78 billion) were traded, according to Refinitiv data, making it the third biggest debut on record for the Hong Kong market. Alibaba is already […]
Alibaba Eyes Another Record Singles' Day
SHANGHAI, China — Alibaba Group will kick off its annual 24-hour shopping extravaganza on Monday with deals and deep discounts galore, and a performance by American pop star Taylor Swift to top it all off, as it pushes to rake in another record Singles’ Day sales. This year’s November 11 bash comes as the $486 […]
Inside China’s $25 Billion Plastic Surgery Market
Hello BoF Professionals, welcome to China Decoded. Leveraging our rare access and local knowledge, the BoF China team demystifies the world’s largest fashion market with weekly industry analysis and the wider socio-cultural context you need to seize the opportunity. SHANGHAI, China — With the highest per capita rate for cosmetic surgery procedures, South Korea is […]