Retail and Commerce

While Pop Mart built its success on original IPs, Top Toy is betting on derivative designs.

Aldi’s China playbook blends elements of Sam’s Club and Hema, but with its own twist: a sharp focus on price, precision, and private labels.

Vietnam, once viewed as China’s fallback for supply chain shifts, is now squarely in the crossfire of Trump’s latest tariffs.

A 30% duty applies to packages valued at USD 800 or less—or a flat rate of USD 25 per item, whichever is higher.

Plush toys and core IPs propelled Pop Mart to record-breaking revenue in 2024.

Slowing same-store growth may signal turbulence ahead for Chagee despite its standout year.

Revenue rose 20% last quarter, but Meituan’s story now revolves around a business overhaul, a hard push overseas, and an “all in” commitment to AI.

Years of missteps taught Uniqlo that success in the US and Europe requires a different playbook. Now, it’s making all the right moves.