Author: Aris
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SF Express: How Wang Wei Built a Chinese Logistics Behemoth from Backpacks to Boeings
Explore the breakneck rise of SF Express, China’s leading express delivery service. Delve into Wang Wei’s visionary leadership, the company’s strategic pivots, and its pivotal role in China’s economic transformation. A deep dive into a modern business legend.
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Beyond the Peel: The Unfolding Story of Bananain and China’s New Consumer Wave
Here in China, the pace of change can be dizzying. New brands pop up, capture the zeitgeist, and sometimes, fade just as quickly. But every now and then, a company emerges that not only rides the wave of new consumer trends but also seems to redefine a part of the market. One such name that’s…
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The Steep Rise of Auntie Shanghai and China’s Tea Craze
Learn about Auntie Shanghai’s journey from a local five-grain tea concept to a national fresh fruit tea leader and IPO success. Understand China’s dynamic consumer landscape.
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HotMaxx: How China’s Discount King Turned Leftovers into Billions & Scored a B Corp Win
Unpack the success of HotMaxx, the Chinese discount chain that’s redefining retail with its “treasure hunt” experience and recent B Corp status. Learn how it leverages AI, tackles waste, and resonates with China’s savvy consumers seeking both value and values.
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Mingming Hen Mang IPO: China’s Discount Snack Giant Eyes Hong Kong Listing
Explore the rise of Mingming Hen Mang (Ling Shi Hen Mang & Zhao Yi Ming), China’s largest discount snack retailer with 14,000+ stores, as it files for a Hong Kong IPO. Learn about its founders, business model, and the booming Chinese snack market.
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Forged in Fire: How China’s Cutthroat Electric Car Market is Unleashing Global Contenders
Deep dive into China’s electric vehicle revolution. Learn how domestic price wars & tech races (‘neijuan’) propel brands like BYD & Geely/Zeekr onto the world stage, facing tariffs & competition.
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China’s Great Swap: How the Nationwide ‘Trade-In’ Drive Aims to Recharge Consumption and Go Green
Unpacking ‘Yi Jiu Huan Xin’: China’s ambitious trade-in initiative explained. See its impact on consumers, businesses, the economy, and the environment.
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China’s Billion-Dollar Mood Booster: Unpacking the “Guzi Economy” Sweeping its Youth
Understand the Guzi Economy phenomenon sweeping China’s youth. Discover why ACGN goods are billion-dollar mood boosters and social currency for Gen Z/Alpha.
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“V Me 50”: The Story Behind ‘Crazy Thursday,’ China’s Hilarious Fast-Food Meme
What is ‘Crazy Thursday’ (疯狂星期四) in China? Unravel the hilarious ‘疯四文学’ meme, the meaning of ‘V我50,’ and why this KFC-linked trend took Chinese social media by storm.
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Why China’s E-commerce Giants Just Scrapped the “Refund Only” Safety Net?
Explore the rise and fall of China’s unique ‘refund only’ (仅退款) e-commerce policy. Understand why platforms like Pinduoduo, Taobao, and JD.com reversed course and its impact.
