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Esprit to Close Loss-Making Operations in Australia and New Zealand

The fashion group will focus on concentrating resources in developing Asian markets in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia.

Esprit to Close Loss-Making Operations in Australia and New Zealand

The fashion group will focus on concentrating resources in developing Asian markets in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia.


Impulsive, Addictive Social Commerce Is China’s Latest Craze

BoF investigates how brands are leveraging WeChat’s mini-programmes to create dopamine-fuelled shopping experiences that are viral, interactive and hyper-social.

Impulsive, Addictive Social Commerce Is China’s Latest Craze

BoF investigates how brands are leveraging WeChat’s mini-programmes to create dopamine-fuelled shopping experiences that are viral, interactive and hyper-social.


China's Top Court Rules for Dior in Trademark Case

The ruling comes as Beijing looks to play up its credentials for protecting intellectual property rights, after being stung by criticism that it does not do enough to protect against IP infringement.

China's Top Court Rules for Dior in Trademark Case

The ruling comes as Beijing looks to play up its credentials for protecting intellectual property rights, after being stung by criticism that it does not do enough to protect against IP infringement.


Tencent-Backed Little Red Book Seeks $200 Million in Funding

The women-focused e-commerce site, valued at over $2.5 billion, aims to quicken its expansion in a heated e-commerce space.

Tencent-Backed Little Red Book Seeks $200 Million in Funding

The women-focused e-commerce site, valued at over $2.5 billion, aims to quicken its expansion in a heated e-commerce space.


At War with Alibaba: Top Brands Fight China's E-Commerce Giant

Foreign companies say Alibaba punishes them for refusing exclusive deals, a charge the Chinese e-commerce giant denies.

At War with Alibaba: Top Brands Fight China's E-Commerce Giant

Foreign companies say Alibaba punishes them for refusing exclusive deals, a charge the Chinese e-commerce giant denies.


Audemars Piguet on Track to Hit $1 Billion in Sales This Year

The watchmaker also launched its first online pop-up boutique with Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com, hoping to tap into China's burgeoning middle class who are increasingly shopping online.

Audemars Piguet on Track to Hit $1 Billion in Sales This Year

The watchmaker also launched its first online pop-up boutique with Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com, hoping to tap into China's burgeoning middle class who are increasingly shopping online.


Media Exodus Risks Chinese Fashion Upset

Several big editorial departures could impact China’s fashion media and change the balance of power within the industry.

Media Exodus Risks Chinese Fashion Upset

Several big editorial departures could impact China’s fashion media and change the balance of power within the industry.


H&M Launches on Alibaba's Tmall in China

It is the first time H&M has sold its main budget apparel brand through a third party, but it's playing catch-up with some of its major rivals.

H&M Launches on Alibaba's Tmall in China

It is the first time H&M has sold its main budget apparel brand through a third party, but it's playing catch-up with some of its major rivals.


In China, Retailers Cash in on Women's Day

As women around the world press for progress on gender equality, the day was dominated by sales campaigns from retailers in China.

In China, Retailers Cash in on Women's Day

As women around the world press for progress on gender equality, the day was dominated by sales campaigns from retailers in China.


Chinese Consumers Spent $146 Billion Over Spring Festival

As China ushered in the Year of the Dog with a flurry of spending, who were the biggest winners and losers? BoF investigates in this month's China Edit.

Chinese Consumers Spent $146 Billion Over Spring Festival

As China ushered in the Year of the Dog with a flurry of spending, who were the biggest winners and losers? BoF investigates in this month's China Edit.


JD.com Shares Drop Following Lower-Than-Expected Profits

The company's US-listed stock was down almost 7 percent in pre-market trading.

JD.com Shares Drop Following Lower-Than-Expected Profits

The company's US-listed stock was down almost 7 percent in pre-market trading.


JD.com to Raise About $2.5 Billion Selling Stake in Logistics Unit

The new funds will help JD.com supercharge plans to build delivery and warehouse networks around the world to fuel its expansion of e-commerce.

JD.com to Raise About $2.5 Billion Selling Stake in Logistics Unit

The new funds will help JD.com supercharge plans to build delivery and warehouse networks around the world to fuel its expansion of e-commerce.