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As Shein and Temu Hold Back, Chinese Exporters Rush to Latin America Amid U.S. Tariffs
China’s global retail champions may be cautious, but smaller exporters see opportunity in every port from Mexico to Brazil.
Aug 192 min read


Why OpenAI Can’t Call GPT-5 Its Own in China
After repeated rejections, OpenAI faces growing challenges protecting its brand in China, while local players rush to dominate the AI space.
Aug 133 min read


From Bags to Baristas: Luxury Brands Are Opening Cafés in China
With China’s luxury market slowing and consumers pulling back on big-ticket purchases, global fashion houses are opening branded cafés to stay present, relevant, and socially visible.
Jul 233 min read


Meituan vs. Alibaba vs. JD.com: How China’s Delivery Giants Are Paying to Win You Over
Alibaba confirmed a 15% jump in daily users for Taobao Shangou, while Meituan’s CEO publicly labeled the escalating subsidy war “irrational” and urged regulatory oversight.
Jul 182 min read


The Real Reason Labubu Toys Are Always Sold Out
Pop Mart confirms it will delay new toy releases to prioritize Labubu production and tackle inflated resale market prices.
Jul 162 min read


Chinese Ozempic? Inside the Launch of China-Made New Weight-Loss Drug
Innovent Biologics is launching China’s first approved dual-action GLP-1 drug for weight loss - and it's doing it through JD Health’s massive online healthcare network.
Jul 152 min read


Is Starbucks Losing China? The Real Story Behind the $10B Shake-Up
Photo by THE CHINA NOW Short answer? No. A Starbucks spokesperson confirmed the company is committed to China and looking for strategic...
Jul 112 min read


What the Calm Around '618' Tells Us About China’s Next Consumer Era
Despite setting a new sales record, China’s 618 e-commerce festival no longer feels like the nationwide shopping carnival it once was. But behind the calm is a smarter, more sustainable shift in consumer behavior.
Jul 112 min read


Why More Global Companies Are Quietly Choosing Chinese AI Over ChatGPT
From global banks to oil giants and tech platforms, more companies are adopting Chinese AI models like DeepSeek and Qwen, thanks to their lower costs, flexibility, and growing performance — signaling a global shift in the global AI race.
Jul 102 min read


The Real Reason Your Phone, Shirt, and Car May No Longer Be 'Made in China'
Chinese companies are relocating manufacturing operations to avoid steep U.S. tariffs, shifting global supply chains and reshaping how—and where—consumer goods are made.
Jul 102 min read


Why Starbucks Isn’t Selling Its Whole China Business — But Still Wants Help
Starbucks is looking for partners in China to help it stay competitive, not planning a full exit. As cheaper rivals grow fast, the coffee giant is rethinking how it operates in its second-largest market.
Jun 252 min read


Microsoft Shuts Down AI Lab in Shanghai Amid Growing Geopolitical Tensions
Microsoft closes its IoT & AI Lab in Shanghai, signaling a retreat from China amid rising geopolitical tensions and regulatory pressures.
Apr 13 min read


Huawei Reports Strong Revenue Growth in 2024, Driven by Smartphones and Domestic Demand
Huawei’s consumer business rises 38%, fueled by strong smartphone sales and profitable automotive solutions, despite US sanctions.
Mar 312 min read


Chagee Reports US$1.71 Billion Revenue Surge Ahead of U.S. IPO
Chagee, a top Chinese tea chain, reports a revenue surge and plans a U.S. IPO, driven by strong product demand.
Mar 312 min read


Tencent Integrates DeepSeek’s V3 AI Model into WeChat
Tencent integrates its AI chatbot Yuanbao into WeChat, boosting user engagement with DeepSeek’s V3 model amid growing AI competition.
Mar 263 min read


China’s DeepSeek Releases V3 AI Model, Intensifying Rivalry with OpenAI
DeepSeek’s upgraded V3 model boosts AI capabilities, intensifying competition with OpenAI while offering cost-effective solutions.
Mar 252 min read


Apple Launches USD 99.2 Million Clean Energy Fund in China to Boost Renewable Energy
Apple launches a USD 99.2 million clean energy fund in China to help transition its supply chain to 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Mar 242 min read


Xpeng Predicts Robotics Industry Will Outpace Automotive Sector in the Coming Years
Xpeng plans to revolutionize robotics and automotive industries by mass-producing humanoid robots and flying cars by next year.
Mar 212 min read


Tencent Reports 90% Surge in Profit for Q4, Driven by Strong Gaming and AI
Tencent’s fourth-quarter profits soared thanks to strong gaming revenue and the successful integration of AI technologies in advertising.
Mar 212 min read


Nike China Reports Sales Dip but Exceeds Earnings Projections in Q3 2025
Nike faces declining sales, especially in China, with restructuring and tariffs hindering growth.
Mar 213 min read
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