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Technology

Is Video the Future of Online Shopping?

While platforms like YouTube don’t have integrated e-commerce, video-streaming apps in China, and now the West, are driving more and more sales.

Technology

Is Video the Future of Online Shopping?

While platforms like YouTube don’t have integrated e-commerce, video-streaming apps in China, and now the West, are driving more and more sales.


Beauty

Tmall Boosts Dior, YSL Beauty Brands in China

While mass brands have an edge on China’s Tmall in terms of search visibility, prestige labels can fight back by investing in the right areas, according to a new report by research firm L2.

Beauty

Tmall Boosts Dior, YSL Beauty Brands in China

While mass brands have an edge on China’s Tmall in terms of search visibility, prestige labels can fight back by investing in the right areas, according to a new report by research firm L2.


Retail

Can LVMH Disrupt Itself?

The world’s largest luxury group has been slow to seize the digital opportunity. Now, it’s trying to disrupt itself before it’s disrupted by others.

Retail

Can LVMH Disrupt Itself?

The world’s largest luxury group has been slow to seize the digital opportunity. Now, it’s trying to disrupt itself before it’s disrupted by others.


News & Analysis

WhatsApp Stirs Up India Market With Push Into Digital Payments

WhatsApp has become India’s most popular app as hundreds of millions get their first smartphone.

News & Analysis

WhatsApp Stirs Up India Market With Push Into Digital Payments

WhatsApp has become India’s most popular app as hundreds of millions get their first smartphone.


Beauty

Inside Britain's Fastest-Growing Beauty Business

Online make-up haven Cult Beauty is projected to hit £100 million in revenue this year.

Beauty

Inside Britain's Fastest-Growing Beauty Business

Online make-up haven Cult Beauty is projected to hit £100 million in revenue this year.


Financial Markets

Target’s Turnaround Plan Takes a Toll on Profit

The retailer is spending more on delivering online orders as part of its push to catch up in e-commerce.

Financial Markets

Target’s Turnaround Plan Takes a Toll on Profit

The retailer is spending more on delivering online orders as part of its push to catch up in e-commerce.


Global Markets

Alibaba, Tencent Rally Troops Amid $10 Billion Retail Battle

China’s tech giants, worth a combined $1 trillion, are on a retail investment binge, forcing merchants to choose sides amid a battle for shoppers’ digital wallets.

Global Markets

Alibaba, Tencent Rally Troops Amid $10 Billion Retail Battle

China’s tech giants, worth a combined $1 trillion, are on a retail investment binge, forcing merchants to choose sides amid a battle for shoppers’ digital wallets.


Technology

Chanel Strikes Farfetch Deal to Augment Boutiques

The French luxury house has inked a strategic partnership with the fashion platform, but still has no plans to sell its ready-to-wear and handbags online.

Technology

Chanel Strikes Farfetch Deal to Augment Boutiques

The French luxury house has inked a strategic partnership with the fashion platform, but still has no plans to sell its ready-to-wear and handbags online.


Technology

Could Richemont's Yoox Net-a-Porter Offer Spark a Bidding War?

The Swiss luxury conglomerate's surprise offer of €2.7 billion for full control of Yoox Net-a-Porter has put the e-tail giant in play.

Technology

Could Richemont's Yoox Net-a-Porter Offer Spark a Bidding War?

The Swiss luxury conglomerate's surprise offer of €2.7 billion for full control of Yoox Net-a-Porter has put the e-tail giant in play.


China

Chinese Reality Shows Boost Brands

Chinese reality shows are becoming a powerful platform for brands like Victoria’s Secret. But the market has its challenges.

China

Chinese Reality Shows Boost Brands

Chinese reality shows are becoming a powerful platform for brands like Victoria’s Secret. But the market has its challenges.