UniqloCollaborateswithLabubu,Coty Considers Business Split and Babycare Enters Japanese Market
Chagee Appoints Stefanie Sun as First APAC Brand Ambassador
Chagee has appointed Stefanie Sun as its first brand ambassador in the Asia-Pacific region, aligning the announcement with her 2025 “After the Sunset” concert tour. The collaboration introduces a new fruit tea, featuring optional sparkling elements—a first for the brand. Starting June 13, all Chagee stores will roll out updated packaging and themed visuals. The campaign also includes limited-edition merchandise and curated in-store playlists, creating a seasonal tie-in between the drink launch and the ongoing tour.
Chanel Appoints Ruth Warder as First Global Chief Communications Officer
Chanel has named Ruth Warder as its first Global Chief Communications Officer, marking a key leadership addition as Matthieu Blazy begins his tenure as creative director. Warder, formerly UK & Ireland CEO and EMEA President at Edelman, will join the brand in September, based in London and reporting to Global CEO Leena Nair. She will lead Chanel’s global reputation strategy and communications efforts. Warder brings decades of experience in PR and brand strategy across agencies including Freuds, GSP Events, and Jackie Cooper PR.
Chinese Maternity Brand Babycare Enters Japanese Retail Stores
Chinese maternity brand Babycare has expanded into Japan’s competitive retail market, with its wet wipes now available in over 8,000 stores including 7-Eleven and Matsumoto Kiyoshi. This marks the first Chinese maternity brand to enter Japan’s 7-Eleven system. Targeting high standards and local preferences, Babycare adapted its bestselling thick wet wipes to meet Japanese consumer expectations. The brand’s strategy emphasizes product-led growth and localized innovation over price competition, positioning itself in Japan’s premium retail space.
L’Oréal Launches “Beauty of Longevity” Framework
At its first Longevity Summit in Paris, L’Oréal introduced the “Beauty of Longevity” concept, positioning beauty as a pillar of healthy aging. The group unveiled its “Skin Longevity Science”, which targets cellular aging mechanisms using diagnostic tools, proprietary AI, and advanced bioactive ingredients. Through partnerships with biotech firms and innovations in personalized skincare, L’Oréal aims to integrate preventive care into long-term skin health management.
Uniqlo Announces Collaboration with Pop Mart’s Labubu
On June 16, Uniqlo announced a new collaboration with Pop Mart’s popular IP “The Monsters” featuring the character Labubu. The collection, including T-shirts and sweatshirts for adults and children, will launch on August 29, with prices ranging from 79 to 199 RMB. Uniqlo previously partnered with Pop Mart in 2022 and featured different characters in subsequent years. Labubu has recently regained popularity through celebrity exposure and various brand collaborations.
Chow Tai Fook Plans Convertible Bond Sale in Hong Kong
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group aims to raise HK$7.85 billion through convertible bonds maturing in June 2030, with a 0–0.5 percent semi-annual coupon and a 35–45 percent conversion premium. Proceeds will support gold jewelry development, store upgrades, and business expansion. UBS is managing the deal and will also lead a share placement to hedge bond investors, during which Chow Tai Fook may repurchase up to HK$1.57 billion in shares.
Coty Considers Selling Business Units
Coty shares surged up to 13 percent after reports emerged that the company may sell its luxury and consumer divisions separately. Interparfums is reportedly eyeing Coty’s high-end fragrance brands like Burberry and Hugo Boss. The company, which has faced two straight quarters of declining sales and a 32 percent stock drop this year, has yet to comment. Interest in its mass-market brands appears limited amid weaker beauty spending and global trade tensions.
China’s Automakers Take Lead in Global EV Race Amid Soaring Sales
Chinese carmakers are dominating the global zero-emission vehicle market, according to ICCT. Geely, Saic, and other top domestic brands have already met their 2025 EV sales goals ahead of schedule. China now accounts for over half of global EV sales, with monthly figures surpassing 1 million units. BYD overtook Tesla in global BEV sales in 2024, while international automakers face growing pressure to keep up.
