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How is AI changing online shopping in China and the West?
How is AI changing online shopping in China and the West?
China integrates AI into purchases as Western shoppers use it for discovery.
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MINISO pushes deeper into creator economy with Shanghai gallery
The retailer plans expansions to Hong Kong, Beijing, Tokyo, Paris, and New York.
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US, China lead luxury demand as market heads to $700b
Emotional connection overtakes status as a key purchase driver.
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China's private labels undercut national brands by 16%
House brands still pocket 15% higher gross margins as category outgrows retail by 7x.
Yum China takes full control of Pizza Hut China in $1.2b acquisition
Plans to expand Pizza Hut to over 6,000 stores by 2028.
China FMCG growth slows as value-seeking shoppers take over
Lower-tier cities lead growth on stronger value sensitivity.
Luckin Coffee surpasses 35,000 stores as global expansion accelerates
Company also expands integrated supply chain and production network.
New Zara flagship debuts with dedicated lifestyle zones in Shanghai
Spans nearly 2,000 square meters.
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.
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.
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