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Rising down jacket sales offer unexpected cushion against deflation in mainland China

China’s down jacket and coat makers are the unlikely beneficiaries of the winter season, as more young consumers splash out…

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Chinese jewellery firm V Muse aims to rival international names like Van Cleef & Arpels

Chinese fine jeweller V Muse plans to open its first store next year in Shanghai, taking a substantial step forward…

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China’s property sector needs stronger stimulus: Citigroup economist

Stronger stimulus measures are needed to halt the decline in China’s embattled property sector, as Beijing aims to guide the…

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China’s growing elderly market a new frontier for international companies at CIIE

China’s ageing population has become a key consumer group targeted by international companies – from food and drink producers to…

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China looks to silver economy, women, eco-consciousness to spur consumer spending

Caring for the elderly, rising awareness of environmental protection and the flourishing “she economy” are creating a cushion against potential…

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China set for bumper ‘golden week’ travel rush in boost for economy

China is likely to see a bumper surge in travel bookings for the coming “golden week” holiday – one of…

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Yum China raises target for opening mainland coffee shops as cafe culture takes hold

Yum China Holdings, owner of the KFC and Pizza Hut restaurant brands on the mainland, has raised its target for…

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Hong Kong economy’s ‘mixed signals’ portend retail-sector ‘turbulence’, analysts say

Hong Kong’s retail industry will experience mixed fortunes in coming months, as rising unemployment threatens to dent consumer spending even…

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Opinion | More of China’s spending power needs to be unleashed. Here’s how

There are signs that the Chinese economy has been improving, owing to the government’s September 2024 stimulus package. Year-on-year gross…

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China launches all-out effort to boost consumption as US trade war boils over

China is scrambling to roll out more measures to boost consumer spending as it strives to offset the worst effects…

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