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Jack Ma Reiterates Fakes Have No Place on Alibaba’s Platforms

Jack Ma said Alibaba has “zero tolerance” for counterfeits, repeating a message that has so far failed to quell criticisms of its e-commerce platforms as a haven for knock-offs.

Jack Ma Reiterates Fakes Have No Place on Alibaba’s Platforms

Jack Ma said Alibaba has “zero tolerance” for counterfeits, repeating a message that has so far failed to quell criticisms of its e-commerce platforms as a haven for knock-offs.


Short Interest in JD.com Rises to Record as Stock Slumps

Investors are more bearish than ever on JD.com, even after the Chinese online retailer tumbled 37 percent this year amid flagging sales growth.

Short Interest in JD.com Rises to Record as Stock Slumps

Investors are more bearish than ever on JD.com, even after the Chinese online retailer tumbled 37 percent this year amid flagging sales growth.


The China Edit | China's $1 Trillion Club, Shopping Villages, Lancôme Protests

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.

The China Edit | China's $1 Trillion Club, Shopping Villages, Lancôme Protests

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.


Chinese Men Loosen Up

China’s growing appetite for casual menswear is boosting sportswear and basics brands, while further complicating things for luxury labels.

Chinese Men Loosen Up

China’s growing appetite for casual menswear is boosting sportswear and basics brands, while further complicating things for luxury labels.


Lancôme Shuts Main Hong Kong Stores as Protesters Accuse It of Bowing to China

Lancôme has shut main stores in Hong Kong as protesters gathered accusing it of bowing to China by cancelling a concert featuring a pro-democracy singer.

Lancôme Shuts Main Hong Kong Stores as Protesters Accuse It of Bowing to China

Lancôme has shut main stores in Hong Kong as protesters gathered accusing it of bowing to China by cancelling a concert featuring a pro-democracy singer.


Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom

With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.

Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom

With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.


The China Edit | Slowdown Hits Armani, Alibaba Feud, Travellers Lose Appetite

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.

The China Edit | Slowdown Hits Armani, Alibaba Feud, Travellers Lose Appetite

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.


Wal-Mart Steps Up Online Efforts in China as a Key to Future

Wal-Mart's tiny warehouse in eastern Shanghai doesn't look like much. But it's a key part of the company's strategy to win over grocery customers in China who are fast heading online.

Wal-Mart Steps Up Online Efforts in China as a Key to Future

Wal-Mart's tiny warehouse in eastern Shanghai doesn't look like much. But it's a key part of the company's strategy to win over grocery customers in China who are fast heading online.


Alibaba Tells Vendors to Halt Drug Sales Online, Cites Government Rule Change

Chinese e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has told vendors on its Tmall website to stop selling medicine, saying a local regulator has issued an 'urgent' directive halting drug sales via third-party platforms.

Alibaba Tells Vendors to Halt Drug Sales Online, Cites Government Rule Change

Chinese e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has told vendors on its Tmall website to stop selling medicine, saying a local regulator has issued an 'urgent' directive halting drug sales via third-party platforms.


Inside Alibaba's Anti-Counterfeiting Feud

This is the tale of how one of China's corporate giants won — and ultimately lost — a friend in Washington, using legal methods long deployed by corporate America: money and influence.

Inside Alibaba's Anti-Counterfeiting Feud

This is the tale of how one of China's corporate giants won — and ultimately lost — a friend in Washington, using legal methods long deployed by corporate America: money and influence.


As China Cools, Lingerie Heats Up

Why lingerie is outperforming the overall luxury market in China.

As China Cools, Lingerie Heats Up

Why lingerie is outperforming the overall luxury market in China.


The China Edit | Changing Tastes, Luxury Brands Diet, Travel Market Slows

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.

The China Edit | Changing Tastes, Luxury Brands Diet, Travel Market Slows

The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.