With the pandemic forcing people to spend closer to home and heightened geopolitical tensions shining a spotlight on national identity, it’s no surprise that local brands are thriving in China. But how exactly are companies playing up their heritage? And what does ‘made in China’ now imply?

A growing number of well-educated Chinese professionals are abandoning metropolises like Beijing and Hong Kong for quieter lives in more peripheral areas of the country. From long working hours to stressful expectations, young HNWIs people are redefining the way they want to live.

Live-streamed shopping has experienced huge success in China among young consumers, prompting brands around the world to pay attention. But why exactly is this mode of browsing and buying so appealing? And how can businesses use this medium for more than just marketing products?

Gaming has emerged as an unlikely hobby among Older Adults in China. This uptick illustrates how older generations are gravitating toward online spaces for intimacy and leisure. And they’ve found comfort in their online interactions by gaming as a way to stay connected in a time of separation.