From Shenzhen’s first downtown duty-free store to Laopu Gold’s record-breaking growth, this week’s stories highlight how refined retail formats are redefining the future of China’s consumer economy.
China’s consumer industries are once again demonstrating how fast competitive dynamics can shift — with beauty at the center of this week’s realignment. Local players are surging, Japanese incumbents are dealing with headwinds.
The marketing blitz merges nostalgia with the city’s creative scene, blurring the lines between sports and culture while redefining the retro revival in China’s sneaker market.
Lululemon’s 2025 Chinese New Year campaign intertwines wellness, emotional storytelling, and cultural narratives, reinforcing its brand philosophy of renewal, self-discovery, and holistic well-being.