What's in this episode: TOP BIT: LVMH Boss Shops for Chinese BrandsBernard Arnault purchased items from local Chinese brands during his latest Shanghai trip, a symbolic shift.The Chinese luxury market is slowing (down 20%), prompting consumers to turn to homegrown labels with sharper pricing and stronger local aesthetics.Domestic brands like Songmont, Laopu Gold (1,000%+ online sales surge), and Mao Geping are growing at double and triple-digit rates, challenging Western houses.NUMBER OF THE ...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: LVMH Boss Shops for Chinese BrandsBernard Arnault purchased items from local Chinese brands during his latest Shanghai trip, a symbolic shift.The Chinese luxury market is slowing (down 20%), prompting consumers to turn to homegrown labels with sharper pricing and stronger local aesthetics.Domestic brands like Songmont, Laopu Gold (1,000%+ online sales surge), and Mao Geping are growing at double and triple-digit rates, challenging Western houses.NUMBER OF THE ...
China–Japan conflict escalates – asiabits Nov 17th 2025
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China–Japan conflict escalates – asiabits Nov 17th 2025
What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: LVMH Boss Shops for Chinese BrandsBernard Arnault purchased items from local Chinese brands during his latest Shanghai trip, a symbolic shift.The Chinese luxury market is slowing (down 20%), prompting consumers to turn to homegrown labels with sharper pricing and stronger local aesthetics.Domestic brands like Songmont, Laopu Gold (1,000%+ online sales surge), and Mao Geping are growing at double and triple-digit rates, challenging Western houses.NUMBER OF THE ...