Coronavirus Updates
Burberry’s China Sales Grow Above Pre-COVID Levels In Q1
Burberry has been launching product-focused digital initiatives in recovering markets like China and Korea, and it’s seen some early positive results. Read MoreIndia Asks Chinese E-Commerce Platforms for “Country Of Origin” Addition
India has asked e-commerce platforms to display “the country of origin” on new products listed on their websites. Who will this policy affect if approved? Read MoreIs JD.com’s AR Shoe Try-on Feature The Future of Footwear Retail?
JD.com is launching an augmented reality (AR) footwear feature that could become a new — and profitable — opportunity for online shoe sellers. Read MoreLuxury Market Recoveries: South Korea Versus China
China and South Korea are the two countries that have recovered from COVID-19 the fastest, but their luxury market rebounds look quite different. Read MoreWhy Beauty Brick-And-Mortar Is Thriving In China
Offline beauty sales are peaking now that China’s online buyers are back at brick-and-mortar chain stores. But can local beauty retailers seize the moment? Read MoreShould The US Use China’s E-Voucher Model To Save Retail?
E-vouchers are an efficient way to boost consumer engagement and sales conversion rates, and they come at a lower price point than physical coupons. Read MoreWhy Now Is The Right Time To Invest In Luxury
The massive disruption shaking up the luxury sector right now calls for unprecedented action. So why then am I optimistic about the future of luxury? Read MoreWhat Are China’s New Market Demands After COVID-19?
JD.com executives discussed post-COVID-19 market trends, and the company’s consumer knowledge reinforced the belief that shoppers now have different needs. Read MoreA “New Cold War” With China Could Mean Curtains For US Retail
The US-China relationship was distressed even before COVID-19 — and now it's worse. That could mean grave consequences for the American retail industry. Read MoreHave Chinese Beauty Consumers Changed After the COVID-19 Outbreak?
Beauty sales plummeted as COVID-19 started. Now, we are seeing growth in the sector as brands adapt fast to shifting dynamics. Read More