China news and analysis

CK Hutchison reported its retail revenue (A.S. Watsons) fell by 2.0% to HKD169.6 bn (US$21.9 bn), and its earnings (EBITDA) decreased by 11% to HKD14.3 bn (US$1.8 bn) in its full year 2022 results. In local currencies, its total revenue increased by 6%, while EBITDA declined by 2%. Performance of A.S. Watsons across different markets and businesses • Healthy and Beauty China sales decreased...

JD.com reported its revenue increased by 9.9% to CNY1.05 tr (US$151.7 bn), and its operating income rose by 104.2% to CNY29.0 bn (US$4.2bn) in its full year 2022 results. In Q4 2022, JD.com’s revenue grew 7.1% to CNY295.4 bn (US$42.8 bn), while its operating income reached CNY4.8 bn (US$700m), compared to a loss of CNY400m (US$58.0m) in 2021. Performance of JD.com’s four key segments J...

Alibaba Group reported its Q3 revenue, for the three months ending 31 December 2022, rose 2% to RMB247,756m (US$35,921m), and net income of RMB35,031m (US$5,079m), which is up 12%. Seven key segments performance highlights China commerce sales reduced 1% to RMB169,986m (US$24,646m) International commerce sales grew 18% RMB19,465m (US$2,822m) Local consumer services sales rose 6% ...

Costco has reported revenue growth of 5.2% for the second quarter, fiscal 2023. We take a closer look at these results and what is driving this performance.  Second quarter key numbers: Q1 total revenue up 5.2% to $54.2 bn Comparable sales for the quarter (ex-fuel and currency impacts) up 6.8%, including up 5.8% in the US, 9.6% in Canada and 9.5% in other international markets ...

Dairy Farm International (DFI) reported its 2022 group revenue declined 0.9% to US$27,597m. Its underlying profit fell to US$29m, from US$105m in 2021. The Health and Beauty segment experienced strong sales growth due to the post-COVID-19 reopening of the economy, while the food segment showed signs of sales recovery DFI’s five segments performance highlights Food segment sales fell 3....

As Walmart’s revenue crosses $600 bn for the first time in its history, we look at what’s driving its performance and consider its priorities for the year ahead. Walmart's key numbers Walmart's total revenue in Q4 increased by 7.3% to $164 bn Sales in its US stores grew by 8%, with Sam’s Club up 11.3% US ecommerce sales increased 17%, up 18% on a two-year stacked basis US comp s...

Apps, apparel, and finding love in aisle seven: our pick of global activity from leading retailers and brands to celebrate Valentine’s day. Brand love The global phenomenon for retail branded merchandise continues to grow. Convenience giant 7-Eleven has launched a special edition Valentine's range, including couples matching t-shirts, and clothing with slogans including “swipe right for sna...

Walmart delivered a strong Q3 sales performance, setting it up for the holiday trading period. We look at the factors driving its results and expectations going forward. Walmart's Q3 key numbers Walmart's total revenue in Q3 increased by 8.7% to $152.8 bn, representing an additional $12.3 bn year-on-year Sales in its US stores increased by 8.5%, with Sam’s Club up 12.8% US ecommerc...

The festival’s sales growth this year was estimated to be lower than previous years. Alibaba reported its gross merchandise value (GMV) was same as last year’s, While JD.com only mentioned that its GMV hit a record. However, sales from up-and-coming products and specific customers showed strong growth. Stable sales performance Despite the on-going effects of COVID in China, the key play...

Alibaba Group kicked off its 14 th annual 11.11 Global shopping festival on 24 October. Building up excitement from 24 Oct Shoppers can add items to their online shopping carts at 11.11 prices from 24 October, a week before the first checkout window. They can check out any time between 31 October and 3 November or 10 November to 11 November. Staggered orders help merchants process the larg...