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The apparel chain lifted gross margins by 1.6 percentage points even as first-half revenue dipped to HK$1.9 billion.
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The apparel chain lifted gross margins by 1.6 percentage points even as first-half revenue dipped to HK$1.9 billion.

Consensus estimates point to fourth-quarter sales growth for Kering in Greater China, even after July luxury revenue across the market fell 10 percent.

The French luxury house will shut its sole Guizhou boutique on August 31, halving its southwestern store count from peak levels.

Four co-founders will control 90 per cent of voting rights as the fast-fashion retailer prepares its Hong Kong debut against regulatory probes in Europe and the US.

The 170-year-old Italian hatmaker debuted its physical presence in Greater China alongside a six-day pop-up show and high-jewellery fedora line.

Former Louis Vuitton China boss Jeffrey Hang joins the athletic apparel brand to lead Asia-Pacific operations under regional president San Yan Ng.

The activewear brand launched exclusively on Alibaba’s platform on August 12, targeting more than 62 million high-tier 88VIP shoppers.

Proya Cosmetics, China’s largest beauty company, is partnering with Ulta Beauty to launch two product lines across 400 US stores and online. This move follows a strategic expansion into Malaysia, as Proya seeks growth beyond its competitive domestic market.

Chinese beauty brands are rapidly expanding their global footprint, driven by robust domestic growth and government backing. Leading companies like Proya, Florasis, Judydoll, and Yatsen Holding are targeting key markets in the US, Japan, and Southeast Asia,…

Misto Holdings is moving forward with the broadening of Korean designer brand JuunJ throughout Greater China. This expansive action comes on the heels of the premier flagship store’s grand opening in Beijing’s Sanlitun Taikoo Li on August 4th. A Robust…

Alo, a US-based athleisure brand, is making its debut in the e-commerce sector of Mainland China through a partnership with Tmall. This new online store launch will provide Alo with a direct retail channel to a new consumer base. First E-commerce Store in…

Nice Rice, a popular Chinese fashion brand, has debuted its first outlet in Hong Kong, marking a crucial step in the brand’s expansion outside of Mainland China. Innovative Flagship Store in a Premium Retail Location The brand’s flagship store, which spans an…

French luxury fashion giant Louis Vuitton is currently in the midst of public disapproval in China, following its array of trademark lawsuits including a significant victory against the well-liked beverage chain, Molly Tea. In June, a court in Suzhou, Jiangsu…

Authentic Brands Group has announced Shanghai Hui Zhong as its primary operational partner for the Nautica and Spyder brands in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau. The new appointment aims to bolster the brands’ growth trajectory in these regions.…

Renowned sports apparel and goods company, Salomon, has announced the appointment of Vincent Du as the new senior Vice President and General Manager for their Greater China division. Du’s appointment is seen as a strategic move, considering his extensive…

Seafolly, the renowned Australian swimwear brand, has officially entered the Chinese market, marking another significant milestone in its ongoing global expansion. This move trails closely behind the brand’s recent launches in the United States and the United…
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