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Who is leading China’s outbound travel boom?
China's outbound tourism sector showed robust signs of recovery in the first half of 2024, buoying global travel retail, hospitality, and lu
Cherlyn
Jul 3, 20243 min read


Older Travelers Boost Their Participation in Chinese Outbound Travel
China Trading Desk’s quarterly Travel Sentiment Survey queries 15,000 Chinese travellers, finds a broadening market base that shows continue
China Trading Desk
Jul 2, 20244 min read


618 festival insights: Brand lessons on Tmall and JD.com
“There was high consumer confidence and a strong appetite for high-end goods. Brands offered exclusive discounts and limited-edition release
Cherlyn
Jun 22, 20243 min read


Newsletter - June 2024
Our latest newsletter highlights China's whiskey market growth to 5.5 billion yuan, driven by digital sales. On May Day 2024, consumer engag
China Trading Desk
Jun 21, 20240 min read


Insight into Luxury Industry: How Digital Marketing Is Transforming the Luxury Industry in 2024
In 2024, the luxury industry is transforming with a 23% rise in online ad spend, reaching 990 million in Q1, driven mainly by beauty and cos
Alice
Jun 20, 20242 min read


The ascent of social commerce this 618
Social commerce platforms challenge Tmall and JD.com with record-breaking sales and engagement this 618 shopping bonanza, creating new oppor
Cherlyn
Jun 20, 20243 min read


Hainan Free Trade Port Tourism Retail White Paper: Insights and Future Directions
Hainan's tourism retail market is thriving, with 2023 duty-free sales hitting RMB 43.76 billion, up 25.4%. Key initiatives like CDF Haikou I
Alice
Jun 19, 20243 min read


Trends from China's 'super long' mid-year shopping festival
This year's Chinese mid-year shopping festival started in early May and will last until late June. The 2024 edition of the 618 shopping fest
Cherlyn
Jun 19, 20244 min read


China and Hong Kong's Luxury Market Forecast: Leading the Global Luxury Landscape by 2030
By 2030, China and Hong Kong are set to lead the global luxury market, driven by sustainable trends and significant wealth transfers boostin
Alice
Jun 13, 20243 min read
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