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From blind box toys to snacks, Chinese venture capital firm finds growth in niche spending

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From blind box toys to snacks, Chinese venture capital firm finds growth in niche spending

Chinese consumer spending is so weak that even Starbucks is considering selling a stake in its China franchise, but one venture capital firm is bucking the trend by finding growth in niche sectors despite overall weakness. Shanghai-based company BA Capital, a long term backer of China’s “blind box” toy franchise Pop Mart and jeweller Laopu … Read more

5 can’t-miss shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend, November 15-17

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5 can’t-miss shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend, November 15-17

Canada-born Hong Kong celebrity Edison Chen wears many hats, from actor and rapper to singer-songwriter and producer. Chen is also behind streetwear label Clot, which has collaborated with Nike, Rimowa, Sacai and other top brands since Chen established it in 2003. This week Clot dropped another collaboration, this one with denim giant Levi’s. The “Black … Read more