De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
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What China’s Social Media Crackdown Means for Fashion
In this month’s China Edit, over 60 entertainment sites have been shut down as the country’s new cyber security law comes into effect.
What China’s Social Media Crackdown Means for Fashion
In this month’s China Edit, over 60 entertainment sites have been shut down as the country’s new cyber security law comes into effect.
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A Word of Caution: Choose Your China Ambassadors Wisely
In this month’s China Edit, how an unsuitable brand ambassador can have serious repercussions, and why China’s mobile payments can no longer be ignored.
A Word of Caution: Choose Your China Ambassadors Wisely
In this month’s China Edit, how an unsuitable brand ambassador can have serious repercussions, and why China’s mobile payments can no longer be ignored.
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When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
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Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day
In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.
Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day
In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.
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China’s Sportswear Giant Anta Gets Presidential Plug
In this month's China Edit, how homegrown Anta is chasing Nike and Adidas, why retailers from Zara to 10 Corso Como are closing stores, and more.
China’s Sportswear Giant Anta Gets Presidential Plug
In this month's China Edit, how homegrown Anta is chasing Nike and Adidas, why retailers from Zara to 10 Corso Como are closing stores, and more.
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The China Edit | Chinese Tourist Spending Falls, Alibaba Hits Australia
This week, why the average Chinese tourist is spending less abroad, while the Alibaba Group expands into Australia and New Zealand.
The China Edit | Chinese Tourist Spending Falls, Alibaba Hits Australia
This week, why the average Chinese tourist is spending less abroad, while the Alibaba Group expands into Australia and New Zealand.
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The China Edit | Luxury Retailers' Hope for Chinese New Year, the False Brexit Boom
This week, luxury retailers' optimism for strong sales in the Year of the Rooster and why fewer Chinese tourists visited the United Kingdom after the referendum.
The China Edit | Luxury Retailers' Hope for Chinese New Year, the False Brexit Boom
This week, luxury retailers' optimism for strong sales in the Year of the Rooster and why fewer Chinese tourists visited the United Kingdom after the referendum.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The China Edit | Millennial Spending Poses Debt Risk, Michael Jordan Scores Legal Win
Spending and borrowing by Chinese millennials poses a risk to China's fast-growing debt, and basketball player Michael Jordan scores a legal win for his Chinese name.
The China Edit | Millennial Spending Poses Debt Risk, Michael Jordan Scores Legal Win
Spending and borrowing by Chinese millennials poses a risk to China's fast-growing debt, and basketball player Michael Jordan scores a legal win for his Chinese name.
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The China Edit | Big Spenders Reappear, China Rethinks Counterfeit Hunters
China's wealthiest shoppers are spending at home again providing a welcome boost for the world's luxury brands and how the government country is rethinking its laws about how to report counterfeit products.
The China Edit | Big Spenders Reappear, China Rethinks Counterfeit Hunters
China's wealthiest shoppers are spending at home again providing a welcome boost for the world's luxury brands and how the government country is rethinking its laws about how to report counterfeit products.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.