The Chinese commercial service robot industry has entered a more pragmatic and effective development phase. Industry clients expect robots to become efficient production and service assistants, while robot manufacturers are focusing on improving operational efficiency and profitability. According to IDC’s latest report, the overall market size for commercial service robots in China is approximately 1.38 […]
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Chinese Companies Making Waves in the Middle East E-Commerce Market
The Middle East has emerged as a new frontier for e-commerce, drawing significant attention from Chinese companies eager to expand their global presence. With a young, tech-savvy population and high spending power, the region offers a promising market for Chinese e-commerce giants. Exploring New Opportunities in the Middle East Xu Jin, a talent scout for […]
How a Local Chinese Retailer is Transforming Struggling Supermarkets Nationwide
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China FMCG Market Trends 2024
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Chinese e-commerce giants achieved an annual revenue growth rate of 41%
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China’s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge by 28% in Q1 2024
According to a recent report by Counterpoint, the global sales of passenger electric vehicles (EVs), which include both battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), saw an 18% year-over-year increase in the first quarter of 2024. Pure electric vehicle sales grew by 7%, while plug-in hybrid vehicle sales surged by 46%. China […]
IDC Highlights Autonomous Driving Technology Advancements
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China’s retail revolution: foreign company tops the chain for the first time in 40 years
In a historic shift, Walmart has overtaken Suning to become the leader in China’s retail market, marking the first time in 40 years that a foreign company has achieved this position. The Fall of Suning Suning, once a dominant force in Chinese retail, has seen a significant decline. This transition mirrors the fate of Carrefour, […]
China AR/VR market faces decline in Q1 2024, but optimism for H2 growth
According to IDC’s latest data, China’s AR/VR headset shipments totaled 107,000 units in the first quarter of 2024, representing a significant year-over-year decline of 37.8%. Despite this downturn, the market shows signs of potential recovery in the latter half of the year. In Q1 2024, the Augmented Reality (AR) segment saw shipments of 8,000 units, […]
China’s wearable device shipment up 36% in Q1
According to the latest IDC report, China’s wearable device market experienced remarkable growth in the first quarter of 2024, outpacing the global market by a significant margin. The market’s shipment volume reached 33.67 million units, representing a year-over-year increase of 36.2%. This rapid growth rate is nearly four times the global average. The smart watch […]
The Hidden Dangers of “Wild” Medical Care: Online Orders Pose Significant Risks
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China’s Short Drama Revolution: Explosive Global Growth
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China’s Electric Surge: Powering a Quarter of the World’s EV Exports
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Top 50 Mobile Apps in China in Q1 2024
China’s mobile internet is booming, with active users surging past 1.23 billion in March 2024, a jump of over 20 million year-on-year, according to QuestMobile. This growth underscores the continued dominance of mobile in China’s digital landscape. QuestMobile also unveiled its ranking of the top 50 apps for Q1 2024 (below) across diverse categories, providing […]
Top 10 e-commerce apps in China in Q1 2024
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