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China Said Mulling Change in Luxe Tax

There remains widespread skepticism whether the tax cuts will be put in place.

China CPI Falls Sharply in February

Data indicates that the country's overheated economy is beginning to cool off.?

China Politicos Face Luxury Backlash

What seems to be getting the most attention at this year's parliamentary meetings is what government…

Clashes in Xinjiang Prompt Concern for Retailers

The latest spate of ethnically-motivated violence and social unrest in the Chinese province appears to be a…

Xiamen Seen at Center of Expanding Art Scene

Other Chinese cities have enclaves of artists and other creative types, but there is perhaps no other…

China Cuts GDP Target for 2012

This is the first time the government has lowered its GDP expansion forecast below 8 percent since 2005.

China’s Guangdong Sees Labor Shortages

The southern Chinese province is short by about 800,000 workers.

Brands Rush to Tap China’s Web Boom

There are arguably two final frontiers for foreign brands seeking to expand their market share in China…

L Capital Buys Stake in Chinese Fashion Co.

The LVMH-backed fund and investors have taken a minority stake in Trendy International for $200 million.

Wal-Mart China Taps New CEO

Retailer has promoted Greg Foran from post of senior vice president for Wal-Mart International.

China Unveils Fresh Plan for Textile Industry

The country is calling on manufacturers to improve technology, develop domestic brands and migrate inland…

China’s Manufacturing Sector Grows

According to recent figures, China's manufacturing sector has experienced a boost.

Dragon Week Caters to China’s Rich

Designers and luxury brands are rolling out the red carpet for a group of wealthy Chinese in town for a…

Tapping Into a New Market: The Chinese Mega Rich

The Empire State Building will change colors in honor of the 300 or so megarich Chinese who will be inside…

Chinese Lessons: The Luxury Consumer

Newly affluent Chinese tourists love to travel and are armed with cash. What makes them tick?