China

JD’s premium membership program offers VIP privileges in Bilibili

Its subscribers can now watch shows for free on the video platform.

Alibaba launches dropshipping option for merchants

It allows users to test new products from merchants.

JD launches support initiatives to merchants for Singles Day promo

It will issue virtual advertising coupons worth over $150,000 to small businesses.

Alibaba pledges $15.5b to China’s ‘common prosperity’ push

The company has set up a task force to see through its initiatives by 2025.

Tmall Global to bring 1,000 beauty brands in China next year

Over 400 overseas brands have joined the platform every month over the past year.

Stable mall supply volume to keep Chengdu’s vacancy rate falling

Renewal and upgrade will be the main focus of malls in traditional urban areas.

Starbucks appoints Leo Tsoi as China CEO

He previously served as Starbucks China’s COO and president for five years.

Danish jeweler Georg Jensen launches in Tmall

It marks the brand’s first partnership with a third-party marketplace in China.

Tmall hosts week-long sales campaign for camping items

The company expects a surge in demand for travel gear in the mid-autumn festival.

JD Pet launches free online veterinary services

It offers 30-minute online consultations via videos, pictures, and text.

Delta variant threatens retail sales growth potential in China

Consumer confidence will not take a hit, but offline stores might become less attractive.

Dada’s JD Daojia rolls out one-hour delivery of Sephora products

Over 70 Sephora stores in China have launched on the JD Daojia platform.

Shenzhen’s prime retail property enjoys growing leasing demand

Two new shopping centres, with a GFA of 555,000 sqm, are scheduled for debut.

Victoria’s Secret launches on JD’s platform

It launched in time to prepare for Chinese Valentine’s Day on 14 August.

JD’s Seven Fresh opens new Chengdu store

It plans to open its next store in the city in September.

Uniqlo to launch its first flagship in Beijing in November

The store will have China’s first “StyleHint” social retail experience.