The Republic4h
Operator of mall staple Forever 21 files for bankruptcy protection, plans liquidation sales
Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time and plans to close down its U.S. business as traffic in U.S.
Can China's $40bn spending spree get people to open their wallets?
That's on top of a $41bn discount programme that covers a wide range of things, from dishwashers and home decor to electric ...
Marketplace9h
U.S. wants Chinese consumers to spend more and shrink the trade gap. That won’t be easy.
The U.S. buys far more from China than the other way around. But rebalancing trade between the two nations is easier said ...
The Economist12h
Can anything get China’s shoppers to spend?
Economists reckon that total consumption—including state spending on things like running schools and hospitals—will have to ...
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy in the US — again
The retailer’s U.S. operating company filed for bankruptcy for the second time in six years, citing fierce competition from ...
Cybernews23h
Hackers claim major Chinese online shopping platform Taobao
Babuk ransomware, a threat actor targeting big enterprises, claims to have stolen data from Taobao, an Alibaba Group-owned online shopping platform.
CNA Lifestyle1d
How Malaysian label Anaabu uses traditional Malay and Chinese elements to redefine minimalist fashion
KL-based label Anaabu’s minimalist styles has been winning fans with its distinctive and practical takes on traditional wear.
‘Made in Russia’ goods are the new craze in China
Russian goods stores’ proliferation has left some Chinese residents puzzled, with many questioning why the outlets seem to have sprung up overnight.
Make room Starbucks and McDonald's. China's Mixue and other brands win fans in Southeast Asia
Chinese food and beverage brands are gaining fans across Southeast Asia, offering alternatives to big name American chains ...