Consumer Economy

Nine years in, the company’s founder says the priority is shifting away from aggressive expansion.

Once a niche favorite among Hong Kong shoppers, the Argentine incense brand is expanding into China’s high-end malls.

Discipline on positioning and direct consumer access are helping factories become brands.

The e-commerce giant seeks to maintain low prices as US and EU impose tariffs.

Meituan’s takeover closes a chapter in China’s fresh grocery e-commerce race.

The company’s rise traces back to a founder who has avoided the spotlight for years.

Recent buzz around the app points to a broader demographic crisis and the anxieties of people living alone.

Electrification and a new generation of users are reshaping a century-old industry once built for retirees.