Standard Chartered opens branch in East China city

Customers are seen at a Standard Chartered bank branch in Shanghai. [WANG GANG/FOR CHINA DAILY] HEFEI — Standard Chartered on Wednesday opened a branch in Hefei, capital of Anhui province in East China, as the British banking giant beefs up its presence in China. Standard Chartered now has a presence in all four provincial-level regions … Continue reading Standard Chartered opens branch in East China city

LEGO expanding experience-centered stores in nation

A visitor takes photos of LEGO brick artwork during the sixth China International Import Expo in November. ZHANG HENGWEI/CHINA NEWS SERVICE Amid surging enthusiasm for out-of-home novel and leisure activities, LEGO, a global leader in toy manufacturing, is strategically expanding its presence by introducing more experience-centered stores in China to captivate more new consumers and forge … Continue reading LEGO expanding experience-centered stores in nation

Competitive growth from China propels Danone in first quarter

The logo of Danone. [Photo/VCG] Leading food and beverage company Danone announces its first quarter results of 2024, with consolidated sales standing at 6.8 billion euros ($7.2 billion), up 4.1 percent on a like-for-like basis, led by China’s sustained competitive growth in all categories. In the first quarter, China, North Asia & Oceania region achieved … Continue reading Competitive growth from China propels Danone in first quarter

Catch-up potential, digital tech vital for growth

CAI MENG/CHINA DAILY China’s growth potential, ongoing as well as in the foreseeable future, depends on two vital factors. First, its ability to play catch up with major economies and next, upon new possibilities unleashed by digital technology through a fresh tech revolution and green transition. Two potentials The catch-up potential refers to the nation’s … Continue reading Catch-up potential, digital tech vital for growth

Duolingo to further tap China’s edtech sector

Duolingo, a United States-based language-learning platform. [Photo/VCG] In an era marked by globalization and digital transformation, language proficiency has emerged as a crucial skill, with an increasing number of individuals seeking opportunities for international study and career advancement. Among the companies at the forefront of this trend is United States-based edtech company Duolingo, which has … Continue reading Duolingo to further tap China’s edtech sector

Govt policies to aid banking sector, BOC says

A view of the booth of Bank of China during an expo in Fuzhou, Fujian province. CHEN BIN/FOR CHINA DAILY The central government’s supportive policies are expected to gradually improve business sentiment, boosting domestic demand and laying a solid foundation for the steady development of the banking industry, Bank of China said. The bank’s operating income … Continue reading Govt policies to aid banking sector, BOC says

Nike’s Jordan enjoys above-rim revenue in nation on rising demand

The landscape of sportswear has evolved, with more brands venturing into the realm of luxury. This shift is a response to the rising demand for high-quality, stylish athletic apparel and footwear. The trend’s recent example is the opening on March 23 of World of Flight, a top-end retail concept of the Jordan Brand — a … Continue reading Nike’s Jordan enjoys above-rim revenue in nation on rising demand

Sabic mulls collaboration with value chain partners

The Sabic’s logo. [Photo/VCG] Saudi Arabian petrochemicals company Sabic is committed to further collaborating with upstream and downstream value chain partners to unlock huge opportunities in China, thereby driving the innovative development and structural transformation of the petrochemicals industry in the country, its top executive said. “China, as one of our priority markets that contributes close … Continue reading Sabic mulls collaboration with value chain partners

Lenovo eyes AI opportunities with comprehensive business transformation

Yang Yuanqing, chairman and CEO of Lenovo. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Chinese tech company Lenovo Group Ltd aims to seizes artificial intelligence opportunities with comprehensive business transformation and enhanced research and development capabilities, company chairman and CEO said. Yang Yuanqing, chairman and CEO of Lenovo, said in the face of challenges, Lenovo successfully rebounded and … Continue reading Lenovo eyes AI opportunities with comprehensive business transformation

Roborock hits global top in smart vacuum cleaner sales

Quan Gang, president of Roborock, makes a speech in a product launch event in Beijing on March 29, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Chinese tech company Roborock became the top-selling brand of smart vacuum cleaners worldwide in terms of global sales in 2023, according to the market research firm Euromonitor International. Quan Gang, president of … Continue reading Roborock hits global top in smart vacuum cleaner sales