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Luckin Coffee surpasses 35,000 stores as global expansion accelerates
Luckin Coffee surpasses 35,000 stores as global expansion accelerates
Company also expands integrated supply chain and production network.
18 hours ago
New Zara flagship debuts with dedicated lifestyle zones in Shanghai
Spans nearly 2,000 square meters.
19 hours ago
Barbour wins for experiential marketing in China at Retail Asia Awards 2026
The "Spring with Barbour" activation united regional teams and immersive experiences to attract a new generation of consumers.
5 days ago
IKEA opens first small-format store in eastern Beijing
The 1,500-square-meter outlet is in Wangfujing WellTown mall in Tongzhou District.
Chinese e-commerce firms turn to drones amidst intense competition
Companies are using drones to improve speed and efficiency.
JD.com taps Mastercard to expand global commerce strategy on payments, cross-border trade
The partnership includes joint work on AI-driven commerce tools and stronger fraud prevention.
Alibaba posts strong profit growth as AI and cloud drive momentum
However, operating performance weakened due to heavy investment.
JD.com expands luxury beauty portfolio with Chanel flagship launch in China
The store includes fragrance, makeup, and skincare lines.
JD Cross-Border partners with Müller to expand European goods in China
Product focus includes European beauty, personal care, and selected luggage items.
Hongkong Land expands Shanghai flagship with Westbund Central Phase Two
New tenants include more than 600 international retail and lifestyle brands.
IKEA opens small-format store in Eastern Beijing as part of global expansion
This marks IKEA’s fifth store in Beijing.
Nestlé confirms sale of Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2026.
Luckin Coffee opens 55,000-ton capacity smart roasting center in Qingdao
It features the world’s largest single coffee roaster.
Kering acquires minority stake in ICICLE owner ICCF
The deal is part of Kering’s new “House of Wonders” initiative.
China retail shifts to omnichannel as store expansion moderates in lower-tier cities
Leasing sentiment is improving in tier I cities.
Beijing retail outlook 2026 hinges on consumer confidence recovery
Retail recovery remains linked to broader economic conditions.
Golden Goose opens largest APAC flagship in Beijing with Venetian concept
Features include co-creation area, bespoke sneakers, tailoring, and VIP lounge.
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