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On-the-ground intelligence and insights from the world’s largest fashion market.

Chinese Online Retailers Slash iPhone Prices for Second Time

Several electronics vendors announced iPhone markdowns following mass discounts in January just before Apple reported sinking sales in China.

Chinese Online Retailers Slash iPhone Prices for Second Time

Several electronics vendors announced iPhone markdowns following mass discounts in January just before Apple reported sinking sales in China.


JD.com Launches Store on Google Shopping Site

The Chinese e-commerce giant has launched store Joybuy on Google Express, which marks the latest development as the companies aim to take on respective rivals Alibaba and Amazon.

JD.com Launches Store on Google Shopping Site

The Chinese e-commerce giant has launched store Joybuy on Google Express, which marks the latest development as the companies aim to take on respective rivals Alibaba and Amazon.


Report: Belle International Taps BAML for Sportswear Unit IPO

The plan comes as the value of China's sportswear market is set to grow to $58 billion in 2023 from $40 billion last year.

Report: Belle International Taps BAML for Sportswear Unit IPO

The plan comes as the value of China's sportswear market is set to grow to $58 billion in 2023 from $40 billion last year.


JD.com Posts 22 Percent Rise in Quarterly Revenue

China's second largest e-commerce firm beat analyst estimates on the back of stronger online retail sales, posting 134.83 billion yuan ($20.17 billion) total net revenue in fourth quarter.

JD.com Posts 22 Percent Rise in Quarterly Revenue

China's second largest e-commerce firm beat analyst estimates on the back of stronger online retail sales, posting 134.83 billion yuan ($20.17 billion) total net revenue in fourth quarter.


Andrew Wu, Shangguan Zhe, Lauren Santo Domingo and Shaway Yeh to Headline the BoF China Summit 2019

At next month’s gathering of Chinese and global industry leaders, founders, rule-breakers and pioneers will take centre stage.

Andrew Wu, Shangguan Zhe, Lauren Santo Domingo and Shaway Yeh to Headline the BoF China Summit 2019

At next month’s gathering of Chinese and global industry leaders, founders, rule-breakers and pioneers will take centre stage.


Finalists Revealed for $100,000 BoF China Prize

Six designer finalists will compete next month during Shanghai Fashion Week, with the winner gaining a cash prize of $100,000, BoF community mentorship and a show at London Fashion Week in September.

Finalists Revealed for $100,000 BoF China Prize

Six designer finalists will compete next month during Shanghai Fashion Week, with the winner gaining a cash prize of $100,000, BoF community mentorship and a show at London Fashion Week in September.


5G Will Give Some Retailers an Edge. Others Will Fall Behind.

Retailers using the latest 5G technology in markets like China will be poised to benefit from new efficiencies and pioneer new experiences. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.

5G Will Give Some Retailers an Edge. Others Will Fall Behind.

Retailers using the latest 5G technology in markets like China will be poised to benefit from new efficiencies and pioneer new experiences. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.


Fashion Group Esprit Says First-Half Loss Widens on Brand Weakness

The Europe-focused clothing retailer reported a net loss of $2.25 million and revenue slid $1.62 million amid changes in consumer behaviour, price competition and reduced customer traffic.

Fashion Group Esprit Says First-Half Loss Widens on Brand Weakness

The Europe-focused clothing retailer reported a net loss of $2.25 million and revenue slid $1.62 million amid changes in consumer behaviour, price competition and reduced customer traffic.


Chinese Firm Behind 'Amazon Coat' Hits Jackpot in US and Eschews China

With US sales — almost all through Amazon — accounting for 70 percent of total revenue, Kevin Chiu's Orolay puffer jacket is now an unexpected rival to premium brand Canada Goose.

Chinese Firm Behind 'Amazon Coat' Hits Jackpot in US and Eschews China

With US sales — almost all through Amazon — accounting for 70 percent of total revenue, Kevin Chiu's Orolay puffer jacket is now an unexpected rival to premium brand Canada Goose.


Community Spotlight: Fanny Moizant, Hong Kong

This week, we meet BoF Professional member Fanny Moizant, co-founder and president of Vestiaire Collective.

Community Spotlight: Fanny Moizant, Hong Kong

This week, we meet BoF Professional member Fanny Moizant, co-founder and president of Vestiaire Collective.


Why Gamers Mean Big Business

The success of recent Chinese marketing campaigns targeting female gamers suggests that fashion and beauty brands have underestimated the channel’s potential. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.

Why Gamers Mean Big Business

The success of recent Chinese marketing campaigns targeting female gamers suggests that fashion and beauty brands have underestimated the channel’s potential. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.


China Puts a Pretty Face on Shiseido's Sales

Widening losses in the US and Europe and a company supply shortage caused a 29 percent slide in fourth-quarter operating profit, despite an 8.9 percent rise in 2018 sales.

China Puts a Pretty Face on Shiseido's Sales

Widening losses in the US and Europe and a company supply shortage caused a 29 percent slide in fourth-quarter operating profit, despite an 8.9 percent rise in 2018 sales.