Nike in China: A sportswear giant’s journey back to the top
Nike is in a battle to reclaim its leadership in China, a market fundamental to its global identity and future growth. For years, the Nike Swoosh ruled with its international star power and deep roots in Chinese sports. But the game has changed, a massive wave of homegrown pride, the “Guochao” movement, accelerated local rivals […]
Chinese counterfeit products: A mirror of growth, consumption, and global trade loopholes
Chinese counterfeit products dominate the global fakes industry. In fact, China and Hong Kong accounted for close to 90% of the total value of counterfeit and pirated goods seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in 2024. Within China’s borders, forgeries of luxury-brand products are more prevalent than in any other country in the world. When […]
Chinese ski market: From niche luxury sport to a mass, year-long sport
The Chinese ski market is expected to continue experience sustained growth driven by the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. The market size of the Chinese ski market reached approximately RMB 12 billion in 2023, double the RMB 6 billion amount in 2018, indicating a robust growth in the market. This is further supported by the government, […]
China’s winter apparel market: What Chinese wore for their “New Year Battle Outfits” (新年战袍)
In 2024, China’s winter apparel market held the largest share in the Asia Pacific region, which accounted for 35.4% of the global market revenue. Drivers for winter apparel purchases include the growing popularity of winter tourism and winter sports. Around 313 million people have participated in ice and snow sports or other winter-related leisure activities […]
The athleisure market in China: opportunities in an increasingly active country
Athleisure is a fusion of fashion and athletic apparel, fit for a wide variety of occasions, such as at work, school, socializing, and of course, a variety of workouts. People dressing in athleisure clothes often present an active healthy lifestyle, 35.1% of individuals opted for regular exercise as their means of maintaining health in 2022. Download […]
From local success to global player: ANTA’s strategic blend of tradition, innovation, and sustainability
ANTA(安踏), a prominent player in the Chinese sportswear market, has secured a notable position second only to Nike with revenue reaching RMB 29.6 billion in 2023. The sale is mainly from sports apparel and footwear segment. The company recorded a substantial revenue of RMB 11.1 billion from sports apparel sales, marking a notable increase from […]
Chic and cozy: Inside China’s down jacket market
In the constantly changing world of fashion, China’s down jacket market is undergoing a transformation shaped by the discerning tastes of Gen Z consumers. According to the China National Garment Association, the size of the down jacket industry in China is witnessing growth, with a projection to reach RMB 195 billion in 2024. Download our […]
Streetwear in China: how hip-hop and cultural fusion rule the fashion scene
The fashion industry has seen a significant shift in recent years, with China emerging as a dominant player. In 2022, China became the second largest apparel market, generating a remarkable revenue of USD 286.51 billion, representing almost 30% of the global market share. This shift has been highlighted by Fashion IP’s 2022 global ranking. has […]
Li Ning in China: leveraging national confidence to win young Chinese consumers
Li Ning is a Chinese sportswear company founded in 1990 by the Chinese “prince of gymnastics” Li Ning (李宁). In recent years, the brand has seen its sales skyrocket and its patriotic designs gain popularity, especially among new generations. The enhanced Chinese nationalism combined with the surge of the sports market following the COVID-19 pandemic […]
Adidas in China: will the brand bounce back?
Adidas is currently one of the biggest sportswear manufacturers, with a worldwide revenue of USD23.8 billion in 2022. Adidas entered the Chinese market in the early 90s without setting up its own store. The imported products were sold through bigger franchises until Adidas opened its first headquarters in Shanghai in 1997. China has played a […]
Max Mara in China: the fashion brand chic women always wear
Founded in 1951 in Reggio Emilia, Italy, Achille Maramotti turned Max Mara into one of the most prestigious women’s fashion brands with his great grandmother’s heritage of “theory of cutting.” Today, Max Mara is a luxury fashion empire operating in about 105 countries with over 2,500 single-brand stores and 10,000 multi-brand stores, including 35 labels […]
Checking the health of online clothing rental services in China
According to a report jointly released by Bain & Co. and the TMall Luxury Division, mainland China accounted for 20% of the world’s luxury industry last year and it is going to become the largest luxury market by 2025. Unlike the in the past, nowadays Chinese consumers’ reluctance to purchase pre-owned luxury clothing is gradually […]