Balabala debuts in Hong Kong
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Chinese children’s apparel brand Balabala has opened its first store in Hong Kong.
A niche brand operating under Chinese fashion firm Zhejiang Semir Garment Co, Balabala’s Kowloon location will retail casual kidswear for all ages.
Leeky Li, deputy GM of Semir International Group (HK), described the move as an opportunity to bring the company to the world stage.
“Hong Kong is an international and well-developed city offering an ideal platform for us to enter the global market,” she said. “The retail market here is also very established, which means a lot of convenience for us when we set up and grow from here.”
She also noted that the Hong Kong branch will serve as a major bridge and contact point to execute the firm’s global expansion plan in terms of acquisition, joint venture and overseas franchising.
“The city is also a key sourcing centre for our group. Therefore, Hong Kong offers us numerous strategic advantages,” she said.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which company owns the Balabala brand?
Which company owns the Balabala brand?
Balabala operates under the Chinese fashion firm Zhejiang Semir Garment Co. This parent company is looking to use the Hong Kong store opening as an opportunity to expand globally.
Q.What type of products will the new Hong Kong store sell?
What type of products will the new Hong Kong store sell?
The new Balabala store in Kowloon will focus on retailing casual kidswear. This range of apparel is designed to cater to children of all ages, from infants to older children.
Q.Why did Balabala choose Hong Kong for its first international store?
Why did Balabala choose Hong Kong for its first international store?
Hong Kong is seen as an ideal platform for entering the global market due to its international status and established retail market. It also offers strategic advantages as a key sourcing centre for the group and a contact point for global expansion plans.
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