The A2 Milk Company has announced robust sales growth in the double digits for the first half of the fiscal year. This growth has been driven largely by the company’s strong performance in both the China and US markets. Revenue for the six-month period ending…
U.S. entertainment giant, Playboy, is set to sell half of its Chinese operations to UTG Brands Management Group, a local operator of consumer brands. The deal, worth $122 million, will see UTG take responsibility for managing all operational aspects of…
Italian luxury hatmaker Borsalino is gearing up for a significant foray into the Chinese market. This move will be facilitated through a partnership with Shanghai’s Essence Group. A Five-Year Plan for Expansion A comprehensive five-year plan for development…
Billionaire Chinese trader, Bian Ximing, formerly famous for leveraging the gold rally, has now focused his attention on the dramatic ascent of silver. He has placed a significant bet on a price plunge, an investment currently worth almost $300 million. A…
In January, the exports of agricultural, forestry, and fishery products from Vietnam to China saw a significant increase of 66% compared to the previous year, reaching a total value of US$1.5 billion. China established itself as the largest market for these…
Yum China, the parent company of KFC in China, reported a significant expansion in its digital loyalty programs which now boast over 590 million members, accounting for over 40% of the country’s population. Growth in Loyalty Programs According to Yum China’s…
Cotti Coffee, a rapidly expanding Chinese coffee chain, has announced plans to venture into the UK market. This move is part of a wider strategy to accelerate the brand’s growth across Europe. Unveiling in London The budget-friendly coffee chain will make its…
Yum China Holdings ended the 2025 fiscal year on a strong note, with an increase in delivery orders and expedited store openings fueling a rise in sales and profits, even amidst muted consumer spending in China. Performance Overview During the quarter that…
Starbucks, the renowned coffee chain, is fast-tracking global expansion plans that extend beyond fiscal year 2028. The company considers China as the bedrock of its long-term development strategy, notwithstanding the increasingly competitive landscape and…
Chinese e-commerce entity Kuaigou, a branch of live-streaming tech corporation Kuaishou Technology, has been fined 26.7 million yuan (approximately US$3.84 million) by the Chinese regulatory authority. The regulator cited a series of “illegal actions” as the…
China’s personal luxury goods market is anticipated to experience moderate growth in 2026, according to global management consulting firm, Bain & Company. However, they also caution that this recovery may be unstable and variegated across various brands and…
LVMH, the conglomerate which owns luxury brands Louis Vuitton and Tiffany, outperformed fourth-quarter sales projections on Tuesday. This development has raised expectations of a revival within the luxury sector, despite challenges including trade conflicts,…
Domino’s Pizza China (DPC Dash) has successfully surpassed its 1400th store landmark as it steadily propels the progression of its network. DPC Dash is identified as the sole master franchisee for Domino’s Pizza in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau. The…
China is set to increase its appeal to international tourists by opening 41 new duty-free stores, as part of a broader initiative to stimulate tax-free shopping upon arrival. This new development was unveiled in a joint statement by five Chinese government…
The Jollibee Group has recorded impressive progress in its coffee, tea, and Chinese cuisine sectors, bolstered by an aggressive international expansion strategy, enhanced store operations, and unwavering commitment to the performance of its flagship brands.…
Burberry, the iconic British luxury brand, surpassed its holiday season sales forecasts, with the most significant surge being noted in its Chinese market. 4th Quarter Financial Overview According to the latest fiscal report of the quarter ending December 27,…
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