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Once synonymous with ‘mom bags’ and conservative design, Coach has successfully reinvented itself as an ‘it bag’ brand — a standout case study in modern luxury repositioning. Coach’s sales rose 11% year-over-year to $1.7 billion in Q2 FY2025, with sales in Greater China rose 3% YoY. Read the full analysis on Jing Daily.

Is fashion on a fool's errand? The luxury industry must confront higher costs, intensified competition, and shrinking consumer attention spans. Read on for the full analysis and to learn about the brands breaking through.

Beyond the runway: Valentino's artful tribute to “Her Power” On this International Women's Day, Valentino wove a love letter to women in art, literature, and music, celebrating boundless female creativity. Through an Urban Walk along Shanghai's “mother river”' the Italian fashion house created a real-life connection between role models and everyday women, draping women not only in luxurious fashion but also in a luxurious state of mind. In an era where female storytelling is shifting from grand narratives to personal resonance, Valentino is setting a new trend – one where femininity and feminism coexist, unapologetically. #IWD2025? #Valentino #HerPower #Women?

New research reveals that while the number of wealthy households in China is shrinking, the country’s ultra-rich are claiming a larger slice of the pie. Read more here:

In this week's Data Snapshot, new research shows that Americans are buying more Chinese goods than reported, and proposed tariff expansions could lead to significant price hikes in retail. What do luxury brands need to know? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5HV3tpT

Last week our founder, Larry Warsh, spoke on a panel discussion hosted by the Harvard Club of Shanghai moderated by Zhou Xu where he shared his?firsthand experience when it comes to protecting Jing Daily's IP, alongside participants Sarah(Tiantian) Wang of Authentic Brands Group and fashion journalist / blogger Delfino from GQ Magazine China. The discussion underscored the challenges of protecting brand identity in a market where localization, IP, and trademark disputes still impact investors and global brands.

L’Oréal is doubling down on niche fragrance with Jacquemus, Amouage, and Borntostandout – but can these luxury bets drive long-term growth? Read more here:

China’s IP landscape is rapidly evolving, presenting immense opportunities and heightened risks for global brands. As industry leaders navigate trademark challenges, market adaptation, and legal complexities, how can brands safeguard their assets while tapping into China’s vast potential?

New data reveals that China's first-tier cities are showing signs of stabilization, with Shanghai emerging as the strongest performer amid the broader market downturn. However, the national property slump continues to dampen luxury spending. Read more here:

New data reveals that China has surpassed the United Kingdom to become the second most influential soft power nation, with economic diplomacy, technology leadership, and the global expansion of Chinese brands propelling the country to an all-time high soft power score. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e4yKedFv