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

Chinese New Year Shoppers Expand Their Horizons

As more countries lift visa restrictions, increasingly adventurous Chinese travellers are turning their gaze to off-the-radar destinations like Morocco, Peru and Tonga.

Chinese New Year Shoppers Expand Their Horizons

As more countries lift visa restrictions, increasingly adventurous Chinese travellers are turning their gaze to off-the-radar destinations like Morocco, Peru and Tonga.


The China Edit | China's New Couture, Alibaba CEO Says Trade War Unlikely

This week, new Chinese couturiers make their debut in Paris, and Alibaba's Jack Ma says the possibility of a trade war are slim.

The China Edit | China's New Couture, Alibaba CEO Says Trade War Unlikely

This week, new Chinese couturiers make their debut in Paris, and Alibaba's Jack Ma says the possibility of a trade war are slim.


Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market

In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.

Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market

In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.


The China Edit | Alibaba and Louis Vuitton Form Anti-Counterfeit League, Burberry's Chinese Pop Idol

This week, Alibaba announces an anti-counterfeit partnership with 20 global consumer brands, and Burberry taps Chinese pop star Kris Wu to win over Chinese shoppers.

The China Edit | Alibaba and Louis Vuitton Form Anti-Counterfeit League, Burberry's Chinese Pop Idol

This week, Alibaba announces an anti-counterfeit partnership with 20 global consumer brands, and Burberry taps Chinese pop star Kris Wu to win over Chinese shoppers.


The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers

A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.

The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers

A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.


Alibaba Sues Two Vendors Who it Says Sold Fake Watches

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has sued two vendors it says sold fake Swarovski watches on its Taobao e-commerce platform.

Alibaba Sues Two Vendors Who it Says Sold Fake Watches

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has sued two vendors it says sold fake Swarovski watches on its Taobao e-commerce platform.


Maersk to Team up with Alibaba on Online Booking Service for Ship Space

The world's largest container shipping line Maersk has teamed up with Alibaba to allow shippers of goods to reserve space on its vessels through the Chinese e-commerce giant, in a move that bypasses traditional middleman freight forwarders.

Maersk to Team up with Alibaba on Online Booking Service for Ship Space

The world's largest container shipping line Maersk has teamed up with Alibaba to allow shippers of goods to reserve space on its vessels through the Chinese e-commerce giant, in a move that bypasses traditional middleman freight forwarders.


Alibaba's Counterfeit Woes Won't Stop Any Time Soon

Just before Christmas, the US Trade Representative added Alibaba's Taobao e-commerce site to a list of "notorious markets" that traffic in counterfeits.

Alibaba's Counterfeit Woes Won't Stop Any Time Soon

Just before Christmas, the US Trade Representative added Alibaba's Taobao e-commerce site to a list of "notorious markets" that traffic in counterfeits.


Angelica Cheung: Cautiously Optimistic About China's Comeback in 2017

Brands should see the current slowdown in Chinese spending as a passing mood and look to emerging third- and fourth-tier cities for growth.

Angelica Cheung: Cautiously Optimistic About China's Comeback in 2017

Brands should see the current slowdown in Chinese spending as a passing mood and look to emerging third- and fourth-tier cities for growth.


Alibaba Lawsuit Throws Spotlight on ‘Brushers’ Gaming Rankings

A lawsuit filed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is shining a light on the fake reviews and purchases on its websites.

Alibaba Lawsuit Throws Spotlight on ‘Brushers’ Gaming Rankings

A lawsuit filed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is shining a light on the fake reviews and purchases on its websites.


Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials

Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.

Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials

Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.


How Tsum’s Bet on Chinese Tourists Beat the Russian Recession

Tsum’s chief executive Alexander Pavlov explains how ‘red tourism’ from China and quick-response pricing strategies helped boost sales at the Russian department store by 40 percent.

How Tsum’s Bet on Chinese Tourists Beat the Russian Recession

Tsum’s chief executive Alexander Pavlov explains how ‘red tourism’ from China and quick-response pricing strategies helped boost sales at the Russian department store by 40 percent.