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The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers

A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
Dolce & Gabbana Sequined Satin Rooster Bomber Jacket | Source: Neiman Marcus
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  • Edwin Jiang

"Why Tariffs on Chinese Imports could Backfire in California" (Los Angeles Times)
"[Companies] would have little recourse other than to pass the higher costs onto consumers if Chinese imports were slapped with a new tariff."

"Fashion Houses' Rooster Bling Craze Needs Wake-up Call" (South China Morning Post)
"Even the world's most beautiful bodies are not going to save these rustic and passé Chinese-themed outfits."

"China's Athleisure Market Isn't Going Anywhere As Functional Fitness Wear Brands Expand" (Jing Daily)
"It seems that there's no slowing down when it comes to brands capitalising on Chinese consumers' hunger for fitness-inspired fashion."

"Maersk to Team up with Alibaba on Online Booking Service for Ship Space" (Reuters)
"The world's largest container shipping line Maersk has teamed up with Alibaba to allow shippers of goods to reserve space on its vessels through the Chinese e-commerce giant."

"Alibaba Sues Two Vendors Who it Says Sold Fake Watches" (Reuters)
"China's Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has sued two vendors it says sold fake Swarovski watches on its Taobao e-commerce platform."

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