And a U.S. manufacturer that exports vehicles to China recorded a 98% jump in random border inspections over the past month, throwing the firm behind schedule. American business leaders fear these are … ( read…
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China’s HNA Chairman Wang dies in France after falling from a wall
BEIJING/MARSEILLE, France (Reuters) – Chinese conglomerate HNA Group [HNAIRC.UL] Co-Chairman Wang Jian died during a business trip in France on July … It is controlled by a New York-based foundation … ( read original story…
China denies it will be first to impose tariffs on $34bn of US goods
The German business makes Mercedes SUVs in the US and ships them to China, its biggest market. Donald Trump has threatened to escalate the conflict by imposing further tariffs on up to $200bn of Chine……
China services sector grows at fastest pace in 4 months in June – Caixin PMI
China is banking on a stronger services sector to offset a … the highest in 10 months, while growth in new business also picked up modestly from May. Input costs rose at the fastest pace…
The KOL bubble: how brands can earn the trust of China’s affluent demographic
It’s time to talk about China’s KOL bubble. KOLs (key opinion leaders) have become a big part of any brand’s checklist when operating in China. If that needs further explanation, then you’re already a ……
Will Chinese President Xi Jinping promote boycotts of US brands like Coca-Cola and McDonald’s?
One of President Xi Jinping’s biggest weapons in China’s trade dispute with the US could be boycotts of American brands by consumers. But he would also be risking collateral damage at home: The China ……
Chinese president Xi Jinping faces hurdles bashing US brands in trade war
HONG KONG (BLOOMBERG) – As a trade war looms, one of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s biggest weapons could be boycotts of American brands by his country’s legion of consumers. But Mr Xi would also be…
Australian swimwear brand Seafolly to launch in China
Seafolly, Australia’s largest swimwear brand, is expanding to China. Its products will be launched on Alibaba’s e-commerce platform, Tmall Global, later this month. While China is not the first countr… ( read original story …)
1 Million Mini-Programs: What the Latest Mini-Program Stats Mean for Luxury Brands
To many, mini-programs have already cemented their place in China’s online ecosystem … WeChat’s Mini-programsBy Yiling Pan Upon hearing these incredible numbers, brands might feel rushed to build a … ( read original story …)
China Auto Parts (Iran) Brand Exhibition to be Held in Tehran
Sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (MOFCOM) and organized by the Foreign Trade Bureau of MOFCOM and co-organized by China National Machinery Industry International … ( read original story…
GM Q2 deliveries reach 858,344 units in China
In the first half of 2018, GM deliveries in China grew 4.4% on an annual basis to 1,844,396 units. Out of all brands, the Cadillac and Baojun brands achieved record deliveries for the second quarter,…
China and its influence at the World Cup in Russia
The fans aren’t China’s only show of force in Russia. Chinese brands such as mobile phone manufacturer VIVO, real estate giant Wanda and dairy company Mengniu are among FIFA’s top 2018 sponsors, accou… ( read…
Op-Ed | 10 Must-Know Buyers in China’s Emerging Megacities
This is the case for many young multi-brand boutiques across the country. Chongqing is just one in a newly crowned group of cities that the Shanghai Media Group coined in China’s “15 New First Tier…
