China, Taiwan & Hong Kong Retail News Monitoring

Economic Watch: China's May Day holiday consumption reflects economic vitality

BEIJING, May 6 (Xinhua) -- China's consumer market showed strong momentum during the May Day holiday, marked by a surge in travel activity and booming sales across major retail and dining sectors. The twin boom in travel and consumption highlighted not …

The New Retail Playbook: AWS Brings AI and Data into Stores

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] It is now harder than ever to catch customers’ attention, with one-size-fits-all products replaced by ultra-personalised customer experiences. Today’s retail landscape goes beyond …

U.S. Manufacturers See Order Surge as Trump Tariffs Push Companies Out of China

American factories report booming demand and expanded hiring as Trump’s 145% tariff on Chinese goods reshapes global supply chains. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom American manufacturers are experiencing a sharp increase in demand following President Donald …

US ends duty-free treatment for Chinese low-value packages, creating uncertainty for Shein, Temu and logistics sector

The US government ended duty-free (de minimis) treatment for low-value shipments from China and Hong Kong on May 3, a move that impact cross-border e-commerce firms such as Shein and Temu, according to Reuters. All shipments, regardless of value, are now …

Beijing Stops Publishing "Hundreds Of Statistics" To Cover Up Economic Collapse

Two weeks ago, when we first reported that as a result of the ongoing Trump trade war with China, "chinese factories are shutting down, laying off workers", we said that as a result of this war of attrition in which the outcome of every …

The TREX Awards revealed – A pioneering celebration of travel retail-exclusive excellence

Welcome to the inaugural TREX Awards. The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to reveal the results of the first-ever TREX Awards, a trailblazing celebration of the finest travel retail-exclusive (TREX) products and related innovations worldwide. Spanning …

Scott Bessent Says Trump's Agenda Is Boosting America's Investment Appeal, Calls China 'Biggest Piece' In Trade Puzzle

Bessent said trade, tax cuts and deregulation as the primary components of President Trump's economic agenda. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised America's credentials as a "premier destination for international capital" in his …

Mattel Pulls Annual Forecast, Projects $270M Hit From Tariffs This Year: Retail Upbeat After Strong Q1 Print

The company is also reorganizing its supply chain to reduce toy shipments from China. Mattel (MAT) on Monday withdrew its annual forecast after reporting an upbeat quarter and said that U.S. trade tariffs would bump costs by hundreds of millions of dollars …

Celanese Stock Gains After-Hours On Q1 Profit Beat; Company Sees No Direct Tariff Impact In Q2 — Retail Bulls Elated

The company reported adjusted earnings of $0.57 per share for the quarter ended March 31, while analysts expected it to post earnings of $0.39 per share. Celanese (CE) stock rose 6.3% in extended trading on Monday after the specialty chemicals firm topped …

Peabody Energy Rises After Hinting About Scrapping $3.8B Coal Mines Deal, Retail’s Still Bearish

Anglo American said it does not believe that the stoppage at Moranbah North constitutes a material adverse change. Peabody Energy (BTU) stock rose 5.6% on Monday after the company indicated that it might choose to terminate its $3.8 billion deal to buy …

Ford's $2.5B Tariff Shock, Pulled Guidance Doesn't Deter Retail Optimism

The automaker warned of rising industrywide prices due to tariffs and noted it has already halted vehicle exports to China. Shares of Ford Motor Co. (F) closed lower on Monday and slid further in after-hours trading, as a cautious outlook tied to U.S. …

Super Micro Retail Traders Shrug Off Last Week’s Guidance Cut, Stay Optimistic Ahead Of Q3 Earnings Call

Last week, Super Micro reduced its third-quarter net sales and adjusted earnings per share outlook, with the new guidance falling notably below the consensus. Shares of Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) have shed over 10% since April 29, when the …

Stablecoins Set To Surpass China In U.S. Treasury Holdings By 2028

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent views stablecoins as a strategic tool to boost U.S. Treasury demand ... More and strengthen dollar dominance. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. A powerful U.S. Treasury …

1st LD: China's May Day holiday travel boom highlights consumer vitality

BEIJING, May 6 (Xinhua) -- During the five-day May Day holiday, Chinese travelers took an estimated 314 million domestic trips, marking a 6.4 percent increase from the previous year. Tourist spending also saw a notable rise, reaching 180.3 billion yuan ( …

Chinese, Singaporean firms partner to boost smart future for Singapore

China-based Inspur Intelligent Terminal Co Ltd, a global provider of industry-specific intelligent terminal services with market presence covering over 30 countries and regions, has partnered with two leading Singaporean firms to help drive digital …

China retail sales up 6.3% on Labor Day, slower than 2024

Kazakhstan expands online presence on Chinese platform JD.com

Astana. May 6. KazTAG – The development of the national pavilion of Kazakhstan continues on the Chinese electronic platform JD.com, which currently presents 44 types of goods from 15 domestic manufacturers, reports the press service of the Ministry of …

Record sales, shrinking profits: China’s robot vacuum leaders face their next test

Ecovacs Robotics recently released its earnings for fiscal year 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. The company reported record-high revenue, yet rising costs continued to weigh on margins. Roborock, its closest competitor, followed a similar pattern: …

Tariffs Smother China’s Services Sector Expansion, Caixin PMI Shows

Activity in China’s services sector saw a muted expansion in April, with demand growing at the lowest rate since December 2022 and optimism weakening significantly, as the impact of the intensified China-U.S. trade war began to be felt, a Caixin-sponsored …

Sharp Rise in Fraud for Nuts, Dairy, and Cereals: Q1 2025 Findings from FOODAKAI’s Global Food Fraud Index

Key product categories such as nuts, dairy, and cereals experience significant fraud increases, with emerging risks in garlic and non-alcoholic beverages. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOODAKAI’s latest Global …

Southern Steer Butcher Named One of 2025’s Top New and Emerging Franchises by Entrepreneur

PALM HARBOR, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Southern Steer Butcher was recognized as one of the Top New and Emerging Franchises for 2025 in the May/June issue of Entrepreneur magazine. The ranking highlights some of the …

SOURCEit BPO Drives Business Growth and Operational Efficiency through Strategic Outsourcing

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SOURCEit BPO, a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider, is helping businesses of all sizes unlock new levels of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency with high- …

Significant Business Results LLC Empowers Business Owners to Grow, Scale and Sell Their Businesses More Effectively

Discover Proven Strategies from Certified Value Builder Advisor Franne McNeal to Build a Profitable, Scalable Business That Runs Without You BRYN MAWR, PA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Franne McNeal, President of Significant …

Plus Packaging Expands Online Product Range, Showing Full Custom Packaging Scope

Website refresh highlights full offering across boxes, bags, accessories, and food packaging. MADISON, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Plus Packaging, a provider of custom packaging solutions with nearly 50 years of …

DARCO International Celebrates 40 Years of Empowering Mobility

DARCO International, a global pioneer in the foot and ankle care arena, proudly marks its 40th anniversary. HUNTINGTON, WV, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DARCO International, a global pioneer in the foot and ankle care arena, …

Bluecore Expands Beyond Enterprise; Launches AI Shopping Agent alby to All Retailers on Shopify

With alby by Bluecore, Thousands of Shopify Merchants Can Now Launch Conversational AI Shopping Experiences Across Their Ecommerce Sites in One Hour NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bluecore, the technology company that …

SCAYLE's ‘Conversion Killer’ report reveals 71% of US consumers are uncomfortable with the way retailers are using AI

Research of over 1500 US shoppers highlights 71% uncomfortable with some of the AI tools being used by retailers, and 1 in 3 put prices over brand loyalty. HAMBURG, GERMANY, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumer research released today by SCAYLE, …

Glorio Skin Launches at Bloomingdale’s, Ushering in a New Standard of Fresh, Hygienic, and Sustainable Skincare

BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Glorio Skin, the visionary skincare brand founded by cosmetic chemist and beauty industry innovator Fadi Mourad, proudly announces its launch at Bloomingdale’s, one of the world’s most …

Ink Different Launches Tattoo Apprenticeships in Charlotte with Ink Master Celebrity Tattoo Artist Al Fliction

Becoming A Tattoo Artist Made Possible in Charlotte with Ink Master Al Fliction and World Famous Tattoo CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ink Different Tattoo Apprenticeship is proud to announce its latest expansion …

TGM Research Unveils 2025 Travel Trends: Facebook Tops, Relaxation Reigns

The latest report from TGM Research uncovers how social media, self-planned trips, and the pursuit of relaxation are shaping travel decisions worldwide. SINGAPORE, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TGM Research has just unveiled its Global …

Actual SEO Media, Inc. Analyzes How Google’s AI Overviews Are Reshaping Search Behavior

Google’s AI Overviews are changing how users search and click. Actual SEO Media, Inc. reports on the early impacts of this new search experience. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Google’s AI Overviews, a feature …

Automobilia Collectors Expo Returns to Monterey Car Week With Live Auction and Exhibitors

ACE 2025 debuts a live automobilia auction, returns with top vendors, rare finds, and rally-style energy during Monterey Car Week, August 11–13. MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Automobilia Collectors Expo (ACE) …

California Dispensaries Embrace Local Impact and Innovation in Cannabis Retail

Bloomerang, US Bloom Inc., and Elevated Highlight Community-Focused and Patient-Centered Experiences Across California SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California’s cannabis market matures, a select group of …

Jans Enterprises Corp to Showcase Signature Snack Line at 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis

EL MONTE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jans Enterprises Corp, a global food distributor headquartered in Los Angeles, will participate in the upcoming 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo, taking place May 13–15 at the Indiana …

3 California Dispensaries Redefine Standards in Cannabis Retail

Space Flyt, Wonderbrett, and Cannabis House Lead a New Era of Design, Community Engagement, and Customer-Centric Cannabis Retail Across California LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California remains at the …

Investors in Anheuser-Busch InBev Risk Losing Dividend Yield Due to Unclaimed Belgian Tax Refunds

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:BUD) LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (Euronext: ABI, JSE:ANH; NYSE: BUD) has declared a final dividend of €1.00 per share for the 2024 …

UNRL and the Minnesota Timberwolves Team Up for Special Edition In-Stadium Playoff Capsule

Limited-edition hoodie, crewneck, and hat available only at Target Center on May 8, 2025 SAINT PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minnesota-based performance apparel brand UNRL is proud to unveil a Special Edition Playoff …

Peterson Capital hosts Canada Growth Conference in Montreal

MONTREAL, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nine of Canada’s fastest growing public companies will be gathering in Montreal today as they kick off the second Canada Growth Conference hosted by Edmonton-based capital markets advisory firm Peterson Capital. …

Peterson Capital organise à  Montréal la "Conférence des sociétés canadiennes à  forte croissance"

MONTRÉAL, 08 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Neuf des meilleures sociétés canadiennes à forte croissance au Canada se réuniront à Montréal cette semaine pour donner le coup d'envoi de la deuxième "Conférence des sociétés canadiennes à forte …