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There’s More to China’s Luxury Spending Slump Than Its Slowing Economy

Demand for luxury goods in mainland China is falling. The country’s economy is slowing down, and some shoppers are rethinking their luxury purchases. But economic headwinds aren’t the only factor

Times Are Getting Tougher for LVMH, the World’s Biggest Luxury Group

LVMH reported a 3% decline in sales in its most recent quarter. The drop is driven by decreased demand from Chinese consumers, affecting luxury sales. Investors were disappointed when Beijing

Budget Brands Are Thriving in China Amid Economic Slump

China’s thrifty consumers are boosting Asian companies with wallet-friendly offerings. Companies like Japan’s Saizeriya, Yum China, and Fast Retailing have recently reported strong sales. China is in a prolonged economic

Millennial Moved to Japan, Lives in a $230-a-Month Shoebox Apartment

LaJuan, a content creator and part-time English teacher, lives in a micro-apartment in Nagoya, Japan. His micro-apartment is 194 square feet, and he pays 32,420 Japanese yen, or about $230,

Interning on a Farm in Japan Changed My View on How to Run a Business

Cherie Luo worked at a matcha farm as part of a requirement during her time at Stanford Graduate Business School. Luo, 29, said her time on the matcha farm changed