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Hong Kong’s Sogo mall operator seeks $1 billion loan refinancing

Covenant waiver signals volatility in Hong Kong retail as mainland e-commerce and low-end chains erode Sogo's luxury stronghold.

January 22, 2026

Hong Kong’s Sogo mall operator seeks $1 billion loan refinancing

China warns of ‘penalties’ against carmakers for price war
Carmakers from BMW to Xiaomi find creative workarounds through financing schemes and model updates.
Bloomberg News
January 16, 2026
Retail Strategy
China signals: Alo’s uphill climb, Mao Geping’s global ambition, Ikea’s retreat
Alo battles brand dilution, Ikea pivots to urban formats, Mao Geping gains luxury gatekeepers, South Korea leverages soft power — each revealing different truths.
William Zhou
January 13, 2026
Retail Strategy
China’s luxury retail resets its footprint — landmark stores take center stage
How fashion and lifestyle houses are reshaping Shanghai and Beijing through architecture, neighbourhoods, and cultural presence.
Emma Li
January 13, 2026
Retail Strategy

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