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Starve yourself, spoil your pet: Understanding China’s consumer ‘slowdown’

The Chinese consumer of 2025 is a surgical spender. They’re willing to invest heavily — but only in categories that deliver genuine value.

Ashley Dudarenok

1 day ago

Lifestyle Consumer

Starve yourself, spoil your pet: Understanding China’s consumer ‘slowdown’

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