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Chinese e-commerce firms turn to drones amidst intense competition
Chinese e-commerce firms turn to drones amidst intense competition
Companies are using drones to improve speed and efficiency.
9 hours ago
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.
3 days ago
Alibaba posts strong profit growth as AI and cloud drive momentum
However, operating performance weakened due to heavy investment.
6 days ago
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.
Temu joins IACC to strengthen IP protection efforts
It will collaborate with brands and enforcement partners.
Emerging brands expand in Shenzhen as consumers shift to lifestyle categories
Flagship openings and store upgrades also rise to enhance customer experience.
Emerging tech brands seize Shenzhen malls as smartphone giants retreat
The report noted that only 38% of their stores are in suburban areas as of 2025.
China consumption edges up during Qingming holiday as travel surges
Retail and catering sales recorded year-on-year growth.
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