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The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.



News & Analysis

Why Aéropostale Lost Its Cool

Aéropostale Inc., once a popular mall destination for teens, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, becoming the latest victim in the fast-changing retail landscape.


Technology

Alibaba Investors Seek Catalyst to Bolster Shares as China Slows

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has more than doubled profit in the span of a year. But you wouldn’t know it from looking at its stock.


Financial Markets

Kate Spade Sales Gets Boost from North America Demand

Kate Spade & Co's sales at established stores in the first quarter handily beat analysts' estimates due to higher demand in North America.


Retail

Aéropostale Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Struggling teen apparel retailer Aéropostale Inc has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, succumbing to years of losses as shoppers thronged fast fashion retailers and competitors.


Financial Markets

Coty Reports First Profit Miss in Seven Quarters

Perfume maker Coty Inc. reported its first profit miss in seven quarters, hurt by higher costs and weak demand for products such as Sally Hansen nail polishes in the United States.


China

Hong Kong Luxury Migrating to Macau Along With Chinese Tourists

Macau, home to the world’s biggest gambling center, is trying to diversify its image by welcoming luxury-brand shoppers.


Financial Markets

Alibaba Affiliate Ant Financial Closes $4.5Bn Funding Round

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd's affiliate Ant Financial Services Group has closed a $4.5 billion funding round, paving the way for a long-expected IPO.


Financial Markets

Few Signs of Relief for Troubled US Apparel Retailers

Analysts expect several months of falling or barely-growing revenues from Gap, American Eagle Outfitters and other US mall mainstays.