Julienna Law
Hermès, L’Oréal Bounce Back In China Despite Ongoing Lockdowns
Despite whispers of a looming recession, luxury groups are posting strong sales figures thanks to Chinese demand for high-end bags and beauty products. Read More
Meet Ushopal: The Accelerator Bringing Niche Beauty Brands To China
Can small beauty labels stand out against giants like L’Oréal in China? Here’s how one brand accelerator is putting them on the map. Read More
A Bleak Future Ahead For Chinese Tech Companies?
Chinese tech stocks including Alibaba and JD.com are taking the brunt of the panic selling as investors fear a renewed crackdown on private firms. Read More
Soaring Sales At LVMH Prove That Luxury Consumers Are A Different Breed
LVMH saw double digit growth in the third quarter thanks to local demand and recovering tourism, reflecting the resilience of the industry. Read More
As Nostalgia Soars, ‘Laozihao’ Brands Find A Way Forward
Laozihao, or Chinese time-honored brands, are getting their own museum in Shanghai. Here’s why luxury should keep tabs on these iconic names. Read More
Tod’s Returns To Profitability While Nike Feels The China Squeeze
Despite beating estimates and boosting global sales, Ferragamo, Tod’s, and Nike all felt the effects of China’s COVID-19 restrictions on their bottom line. Read More
Pharrell Williams’ New Auction Platform Attracts Asian Luxury Collectors’ Interest
Pharrell Williams has unveiled plans for a global digital-first auction house. Will it attract the world’s second-largest luxury market? Read More
Hong Kong Cuts Hotel Quarantine But Tourists Aren’t Biting Yet
The city has ended its hotel quarantine requirement for overseas travelers. But the eased restrictions may not be enough to lure them back just yet. Read More
Pinduoduo Versus Amazon: Can China’s E-commerce Giant Win On US Turf?
Backed by China’s price-sensitive consumers, Pinduoduo has beaten rivals Alibaba and JD.com in revenue growth. But can it replicate success in the US? Read More
Wang Yibo Denies Rumors Of Involvement In Sex Scandal
On Weibo, the hashtag “Wang Yibo’s team refutes rumors” (#王一博方辟谣#) has gained over 850 million views as the young actor works to clear his name. Read More
