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Lift on Export Tax Reimbursements Could Put Industries into Extremity

March 23,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Export tax reimbursements will soon be reduced or lifted altogether, stimulating consolidation in the textile, home appliance, and nonferrous metal industries.

Land Appreciation Tax Leading to Property Price Hikes

March 14,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

The land appreciation tax formally levied on February 1st of this year has dogged consumers by leading to increased property prices as costs for developers rise. It appears that macro controls have initiated another vicious cycle.

Long Road Ahead for State-Owned Asset Management Firms

February 22,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Like state-owned commercial banks, the four state-owned asset management companies (AMCs) Cinda, Great Wall, Huarong and Orient, are demonstrating their intent to consolidate assets and conduct stock reforms. However, internal restraints and uncertainty about how to attract strategic investors are causing difficulty in implementing these intentions.

Lucky Pearls Bring Good Fortune to China's Gold Market

February 12,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Gold-made jewelry that claims to change luck gains wide popularity among Chinese consumers. What constitutes such popularity?

Laofengxiang: China's Cartier?

February 08,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

Shanghai Laofengxiang, one of China's famous old names in the jewelry industry, has reformed and modernized in recent years, aiming to become an international brand.

Li Ning: The Nike of China?

January 24,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

As it seeks to become China's top-selling sportswear brand, Li Ning Sport Goods Co Ltd looks to Nike for inspiration. The company has adopted Nike's massively successful marketing strategy of enlisting celebrity spokespersons, and imitates Nike's sales and operational strategies. Thus far, Li Ning has enjoyed high net profitability, and an asset return rate that enables expansion. The number of sales outlets is expected to reach 5000 by 2008, enabling Li Ning to maintain its status as the fashion and shoe manufacturer with the most extensive distribution network in China.

Local and foreign investors fuel Mainland water business

November 29,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Through its Hangzhou subsidiary, the Tianjin Capital Environmental Protection Company Limited (TCEPC) has acquired the Hangzhou Qige sewage treatment plant paying a price of 860 million yuan (US$107.5 million). This is just one of many aggressive moves by both domestic and foreign firms to develop China’s water business. With government policy support for improved urban sewage treatment and pricing reforms being implemented in the market for water, more investment is flowing into the sector.

LG gets ready for a 3G China

November 09,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

The completion of the third-phase TB-SCDMA trial and upcoming announcement regarding 3G licenses in China has lured mobile phone makers and telecom operators to launch competitive strategies and products with the aim of tapping the growing market. LG Electronics is among one of those foreign firms that has detailed its strategy for the evolving market.

Lenovo cooperates with NBA to build the brand

October 24,2006

By STAFF EDITOR

Chinese personal-computer maker Lenovo Group signed a multiyear marketing agreement with the National Basketball Association, allowing the company to become the official PC partner of the NBA with marketing rights in the US and China, as the company takes steps to build global brand awareness, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Luxury goods gain ground in the Northeast

October 20,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

While Top Marques luxury fair in Shanghai still hits the headlines with record transactions, the northeast is catching up with being posh as well. Luxury consumption is no longer a characteristic found during the golden week. In major cities such as Shenyang, Harbin and Changchun, many top global brands have penetrated these markets with exclusive counters and stable audience.

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	Lift on Export Tax Reimbursements Could Put Industries into Extremity March 23,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Export tax reimbursements will soon be reduced or lifted altogether, stimulating consolidation in the textile, home appliance, and nonferrous metal industries. Land Appreciation Tax Leading to Property Price Hikes March 14,2007 By AMY CHEUNG The land appreciation tax formally levied on February 1st of this year has dogged consumers by leading to increased property prices as costs for developers rise. It appears that macro controls have initiated another vicious cycle. Long Road Ahead for State-Owned Asset Management Firms February 22,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Like state-owned commercial banks, the four state-owned asset management companies (AMCs) Cinda, Great Wall, Huarong and Orient, are demonstrating their intent to consolidate assets and conduct stock reforms. However, internal restraints and uncertainty about how to attract strategic investors are causing difficulty in implementing these intentions. Lucky Pearls Bring Good Fortune to China's Gold Market February 12,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Gold-made jewelry that claims to change luck gains wide popularity among Chinese consumers. What constitutes such popularity? Laofengxiang: China's Cartier? February 08,2007 By AMY CHEUNG Shanghai Laofengxiang, one of China's famous old names in the jewelry industry, has reformed and modernized in recent years, aiming to become an international brand. Li Ning: The Nike of China? January 24,2007 By AMY CHEUNG As it seeks to become China's top-selling sportswear brand, Li Ning Sport Goods Co Ltd looks to Nike for inspiration. The company has adopted Nike's massively successful marketing strategy of enlisting celebrity spokespersons, and imitates Nike's sales and operational strategies. Thus far, Li Ning has enjoyed high net profitability, and an asset return rate that enables expansion. The number of sales outlets is expected to reach 5000 by 2008, enabling Li Ning to maintain its status as the fashion and shoe manufacturer with the most extensive distribution network in China. Local and foreign investors fuel Mainland water business November 29,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Through its Hangzhou subsidiary, the Tianjin Capital Environmental Protection Company Limited (TCEPC) has acquired the Hangzhou Qige sewage treatment plant paying a price of 860 million yuan (US$107.5 million). This is just one of many aggressive moves by both domestic and foreign firms to develop China’s water business. With government policy support for improved urban sewage treatment and pricing reforms being implemented in the market for water, more investment is flowing into the sector. LG gets ready for a 3G China November 09,2006 By AMY CHEUNG The completion of the third-phase TB-SCDMA trial and upcoming announcement regarding 3G licenses in China has lured mobile phone makers and telecom operators to launch competitive strategies and products with the aim of tapping the growing market. LG Electronics is among one of those foreign firms that has detailed its strategy for the evolving market. Lenovo cooperates with NBA to build the brand October 24,2006 By STAFF EDITOR Chinese personal-computer maker Lenovo Group signed a multiyear marketing agreement with the National Basketball Association, allowing the company to become the official PC partner of the NBA with marketing rights in the US and China, as the company takes steps to build global brand awareness, The Wall Street Journal reported. Luxury goods gain ground in the Northeast October 20,2006 By AMY CHEUNG While Top Marques luxury fair in Shanghai still hits the headlines with record transactions, the northeast is catching up with being posh as well. Luxury consumption is no longer a characteristic found during the golden week. In major cities such as Shenyang, Harbin and Changchun, many top global brands have penetrated these markets with exclusive counters and stable audience. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10	Today’s Daily Briefs E-Mail Sign up for a roundup of the day’s top stories, sent every day. MOST POPULAR Cement industry faces higher costs in 2nd half Cashmere product maker upbeat on ferrosilicon refining Shenzhen property developer acquires Jiangxi province firms 12 inch chip JV unveiled in Shandong NDRC sets trillion RMB revenue target for hi-tech incubator China Chengtong awarded state asset Shanghai announces 20 key manufacturing sectors Software exports up 45% through May New standards likely to drive up pharmaceutical costs Airbus supports new repair base in Sichuan province Go to Complete List >

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