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Below is a collection of every blog post, infographic, Weekly Skinny, and case study. This collective work just scratches the surface of what we have seen in China and can serve as your guide to this unique consumer market. For even more works on China, you can access our Weekly News here.
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Why and how was Mixue Ice cream & tea IPO so successful?
Mixue has surpassed Starbucks and McDonald's to become the world's largest fast food chain. As the details illustrate, it wasn't by accident. The company's record-breaking IPO looks set to fund its next round of expansion
Observation: Understanding diverging consumption trend in China
China's consumer landscape is increasingly divergent. Lower-tier cities are rebounding faster and showing greater resilience than first- and second-tier cities. While large catering businesses struggle, smaller restaurants thrive. How can brands understand these diverging trends and their implications? Read on to find out more.
Dining with unique emotional and social interactions
A number of high-end restaurants in China have closed or cut prices to stay afloat in the fierce dining market. However, we're seeing restaurants that blend dining with immersive experiences dining popular among young consumers, without lowering prices. Even without supply chain or scale advantages, these places are gaining a distinct competitive edge.
Guizhou sour soup hotpot, a new rising star in China’s competitive hotpot market
Guizhou sour soup hotpot is captivating Chinese consumers’ taste buds this summer. It’s as visually appealing as it is unique, with a distinctive blend of both sour and spicy flavours. Check it out to find more about its recipe for success in China's competitive hotpot market.
Intensifying dining market competition: Storefronts as "price arenas"
As competition in the Chinese dining market intensifies once again, a number of low- and mid-range brands are directly writing their prices on their storefronts. Although this move is direct, the results have seen brands begin to imitate this set of marketing methods.
Supermarket or community canteen? Is an in-store dining area a smart business move?
Traditional supermarket chains in China are struggling due to the intense competition from e-commerce. As consumer shopping and dining habits shift, these supermarkets are turning to in-store dining areas or large canteens to stay in business.
Exquisite dining brands venture into breakfast market
This spring, many upscale dining brands have started offering breakfast options, aiming to attract more customers by expanding their business lines.
Trending in China: Haidilao restaurant offers "Tufting" service
Is tufting going to be the next big thing for Chinese consumers? Haidilao in Hangzhou thinks it could be