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

The China Edit | Lululemon Warms Up, Hunting for Watch Sales, Macau Openings

This week, Lululemon's events in China have luxury brands worried, and watchmakers are chasing sales in Asia.

The China Edit | Lululemon Warms Up, Hunting for Watch Sales, Macau Openings

This week, Lululemon's events in China have luxury brands worried, and watchmakers are chasing sales in Asia.


The China Edit | Anya Hindmarch in 'Attack Mode', Teenie Weenie Sold for $900M

This week, Anya Hindmarch sees 'masses of opportunity' for her business in China, and V-Grass Fashion Co. has bought Teenie Weenie for $900 million.

The China Edit | Anya Hindmarch in 'Attack Mode', Teenie Weenie Sold for $900M

This week, Anya Hindmarch sees 'masses of opportunity' for her business in China, and V-Grass Fashion Co. has bought Teenie Weenie for $900 million.


Top Fashion Schools in China: Pushing Forward Despite Philosophical Divide

China’s fashion schools tend to see creativity and marketability as a dichotomy rather than a union.

Top Fashion Schools in China: Pushing Forward Despite Philosophical Divide

China’s fashion schools tend to see creativity and marketability as a dichotomy rather than a union.


The China Edit | Weak Demand for Prada, Bricks to Clicks, Watches Wane in Hong Kong

This week, Prada's sales dipped on weak demand in China, and luxury brands must move online to cater to their Chinese consumers.

The China Edit | Weak Demand for Prada, Bricks to Clicks, Watches Wane in Hong Kong

This week, Prada's sales dipped on weak demand in China, and luxury brands must move online to cater to their Chinese consumers.


As China E-Commerce Booms, Private Equity Sees Room for Growth in Storage Space

As Chinese consumers embark on an online shopping spree, demand has soared from e-commerce companies, far outpacing supply and prompting a parallel binge in investment in warehouses and logistics businesses.

As China E-Commerce Booms, Private Equity Sees Room for Growth in Storage Space

As Chinese consumers embark on an online shopping spree, demand has soared from e-commerce companies, far outpacing supply and prompting a parallel binge in investment in warehouses and logistics businesses.


The China Edit | Record-Breaking Tourists, Taking On Counterfeiters

This week, Chinese consumers are flocking to in Japan, while brands including Alexander Wang clamp down on counterfeiters.

The China Edit | Record-Breaking Tourists, Taking On Counterfeiters

This week, Chinese consumers are flocking to in Japan, while brands including Alexander Wang clamp down on counterfeiters.


Will Digital Media Break China’s Fashion Magazine Oligarchy?

The rise of digital platforms is unleashing new potential for indie fashion and youth media in China, challenging the dominance of legacy media players.

Will Digital Media Break China’s Fashion Magazine Oligarchy?

The rise of digital platforms is unleashing new potential for indie fashion and youth media in China, challenging the dominance of legacy media players.


The China Edit | Far East Slowdown, Duty-Free Expansion, Alibaba Revenue

This week, retailers shift their strategies to lure young Chinese consumers, and Alibaba broke out its different revenue streams for the first time.

The China Edit | Far East Slowdown, Duty-Free Expansion, Alibaba Revenue

This week, retailers shift their strategies to lure young Chinese consumers, and Alibaba broke out its different revenue streams for the first time.


Alibaba’s Getting More Revenue Outside of E-Commerce: Chart

Alibaba broke out revenue from other segments of its business for the first time in its latest earnings report, following an investigation by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Alibaba’s Getting More Revenue Outside of E-Commerce: Chart

Alibaba broke out revenue from other segments of its business for the first time in its latest earnings report, following an investigation by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.


Alibaba Helps Global Tech Companies Navigate China

Alibaba is extending a hand to companies such as SAP SE keen on operating in China, proffering a window into a market that is increasingly hostile to foreign technology.

Alibaba Helps Global Tech Companies Navigate China

Alibaba is extending a hand to companies such as SAP SE keen on operating in China, proffering a window into a market that is increasingly hostile to foreign technology.


The China Edit | Dior Bags on WeChat, Tech Trailblazers

This week, Dior became the first luxury brand to sell via WeChat, while the West wakes up to China's technology revolution.

The China Edit | Dior Bags on WeChat, Tech Trailblazers

This week, Dior became the first luxury brand to sell via WeChat, while the West wakes up to China's technology revolution.


Baidu and Tencent Pull Out of $3 Billion Shopping Mall Venture

The $3 billion venture, with one of China’s richest men, was launched barely two years ago, with the ambition of revolutionising mall shopping.

Baidu and Tencent Pull Out of $3 Billion Shopping Mall Venture

The $3 billion venture, with one of China’s richest men, was launched barely two years ago, with the ambition of revolutionising mall shopping.