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Global Companies Take Action After China’s Hong Kong Criticism

Apple is the latest in a list of brands including Versace and Tiffany to face criticism from China over protests in Hong Kong.

Global Companies Take Action After China’s Hong Kong Criticism

Apple is the latest in a list of brands including Versace and Tiffany to face criticism from China over protests in Hong Kong.


Houston Rockets Merchandise Disappears From Nike Stores in China

Sneakers and other merchandise were pulled from several stores after the team's general manager tweeted in support of anti-government protests in Hong Kong.

Houston Rockets Merchandise Disappears From Nike Stores in China

Sneakers and other merchandise were pulled from several stores after the team's general manager tweeted in support of anti-government protests in Hong Kong.


Why 5,000-Year-Old Fashion Is Making a Comeback

Handicrafts from China’s 56 ethnic minority groups have long been ignored and some are on the verge of extinction.  Now their fashion techniques are being sought for inspiration and collaboration by brands as diverse as Marni and Uniqlo.

Why 5,000-Year-Old Fashion Is Making a Comeback

Handicrafts from China’s 56 ethnic minority groups have long been ignored and some are on the verge of extinction.  Now their fashion techniques are being sought for inspiration and collaboration by brands as diverse as Marni and Uniqlo.


China's Topsports Rises 8 Percent in Hong Kong Debut

The company's reported success come after China's largest sportswear manufacturer raised $1.0 billion in an IPO last week.

China's Topsports Rises 8 Percent in Hong Kong Debut

The company's reported success come after China's largest sportswear manufacturer raised $1.0 billion in an IPO last week.


Is Suburbia China’s Next Retail Gold Mine?

Beyond Shanghai’s downtown shopping meccas, suburban malls and mixed-use developments on the outskirts of the city present an exciting opportunity for brands like Calvin Klein, Nike and Sephora who have begun to put down roots here.

Is Suburbia China’s Next Retail Gold Mine?

Beyond Shanghai’s downtown shopping meccas, suburban malls and mixed-use developments on the outskirts of the city present an exciting opportunity for brands like Calvin Klein, Nike and Sephora who have begun to put down roots here.


Think Twice Before You Snub Taobao

Taobao used to be synonymous with cheap, trendy and sometimes counterfeit fashion, but China’s largest e-commerce platform is now gaining fashion cred as more cool young designers credit it with their success.

Think Twice Before You Snub Taobao

Taobao used to be synonymous with cheap, trendy and sometimes counterfeit fashion, but China’s largest e-commerce platform is now gaining fashion cred as more cool young designers credit it with their success.


China's 'Golden Week' Consumer Spending Offers Economy Rare Respite

Spending on retail goods has returned to growth, providing an important snapshot of Chinese consumers and tourists and their changing tastes and habits.

China's 'Golden Week' Consumer Spending Offers Economy Rare Respite

Spending on retail goods has returned to growth, providing an important snapshot of Chinese consumers and tourists and their changing tastes and habits.


Vans Competition Pulls Sneaker Brand Into Hong Kong Political Row

A shoe design in support of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement could land Vans in hot water with Chinese consumers.

Vans Competition Pulls Sneaker Brand Into Hong Kong Political Row

A shoe design in support of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement could land Vans in hot water with Chinese consumers.


When Does It Pay to Let Celebrities Hijack the Runway?

The very thing that boosts brand exposure during fashion week could threaten a luxury house’s most valuable asset. Especially in markets like China.

When Does It Pay to Let Celebrities Hijack the Runway?

The very thing that boosts brand exposure during fashion week could threaten a luxury house’s most valuable asset. Especially in markets like China.


Hong Kong Protests Bring Record Retail Sales Slump

Year-on-year retail sales dropped a record 23 percent, and visits from mainland China were down 42 percent in August.

Hong Kong Protests Bring Record Retail Sales Slump

Year-on-year retail sales dropped a record 23 percent, and visits from mainland China were down 42 percent in August.


The VIP Buyers Shaping China's Retail Landscape

China’s lucrative market has seen European showrooms roll out the red carpet for a new generation of its buyers, but the relationship hasn’t always been smooth.

The VIP Buyers Shaping China's Retail Landscape

China’s lucrative market has seen European showrooms roll out the red carpet for a new generation of its buyers, but the relationship hasn’t always been smooth.


As Luxury Suffers in Hong Kong, Tiffany Turns to Mainland China

With estimates of the Hong Kong luxury market falling by as much as 60 percent this year, luxury brands like Tiffany & Co. are redoubling their efforts on the mainland.

As Luxury Suffers in Hong Kong, Tiffany Turns to Mainland China

With estimates of the Hong Kong luxury market falling by as much as 60 percent this year, luxury brands like Tiffany & Co. are redoubling their efforts on the mainland.