Retail and Commerce

Businesses offering bargains came out ahead of their high-end peers, based on Q1 earnings.

Fashion labels, coffee chains, and lifestyle startups are reimagining what it means to belong in a historic neighborhood that still feels lived in.

Facing pressure on multiple fronts, Meituan is working to defend its home turf while pushing ahead with global expansion.

Prada, Wynn, and others are betting on lifestyle experiences to offset slowing retail, but the real shift may be cultural.

A flash of Douyin fame sparked the brand, but Vivicycle’s ambitions extend well beyond live stream buzz.

Rising costs reflect PDD’s deliberate choice to stabilize its ecosystem, even at the expense of short-term margins.

While profits are up, Meituan is bracing for volatility as rivals ramp up discounting and regulators tighten oversight.

The logistics platform joins a crowded field but aims to win on transparency, tech, and adaptable delivery services.