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China is a global leader in online shopping, with high digital buyer and retail ecommerce penetration. Shoppers are comfortable buying luxury goods online and embracing livestreaming commerce.

JD.com challenges Meituan鈥檚 food delivery dominance: The Chinese ecommerce giant will hire 100,000 workers to help break the latter鈥檚 hold on the industry.

Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and regulatory scrutiny in the US and Western Europe, Chinese ecommerce giants are increasingly turning their focus to Asia-Pacific.

Chinese ecommerce platforms seek new paths for growth: Temu expands into South Korea amid challenges in Western markets.

The news: China retail sales jumped 6.4% YoY in May, per official data. That outpaced expectations for a 5% increase and marked an acceleration from April鈥檚 5.1% growth. What it means: While the stronger-than-expected retail sales are a promising sign for the country鈥檚 beleaguered economy, conditions on the ground remain highly challenging.

Lululemon bucks China slowdown as international business gains momentum: The brand鈥檚 premium sportswear is resonating with Chinese shoppers鈥攂ut product challenges keep US consumers on the fence.

EU considers new measures to curb Chinese ecommerce influence: Officials are trying to stem the tide of unsafe products and protect local retailers.

Discounts are a primary motivator for TikTok Shop purchases: But that tactic may not be sustainable for sellers reeling from the impact of China tariffs.

Turbulence in trade relations is changing how China鈥檚 ecommerce platforms do business in the US, with spillover effects on US retail and advertising.

JD plans $27.9 billion investment in Chinese manufacturers to ease tariff impact: Ecommerce peers Alibaba and Meituan will join to help export-oriented companies attract domestic customers.

In this report, we explore the world鈥檚 top region for retail and ecommerce, Asia-Pacific. Read on for a closer look at the markets in China, India, the Philippines, and more.

Asia-Pacific鈥檚 many holiday and seasonal shopping events are hugely popular for finding deals. Traditionally Western and China-originated events are also gaining ground in the region as the consumption culture expands.

Luxury brands rethink China approach as downturn drags on: Labels like Versace, Valentino, and Balenciaga are dialing back discounts, telegraphing exclusivity to wealthy shoppers.

Walmart promises support for tariff-hit Chinese manufacturers: The retailer will help suppliers get in front of domestic shoppers as it tries to stay on Beijing鈥檚 good side.

Temu pulls its Google Shopping ads: The escalating US-China trade war puts the company鈥檚 business model at risk and threatens ad giants like Meta and Google.

Our expanded retail and ecommerce forecast coverage now includes country-level breakouts for 66 nations around the world. North America, China, and Western Europe continue to drive global outcomes, but a total of 53 countries will have at least $1 billion in ecommerce sales.

This week, consumers are concerned about tariffs but continue shopping via mobile and on low-price retailers associated with China. Consumers are also less focused on fast delivery and flocking to Google for reviews.

The Asia-Pacific retail ecommerce sector is both dynamic and volatile. While China and Japan are slowing, South Korea is growing rapidly, and emerging markets like Southeast Asia and India are showing robust growth and untapped potential.

Walmart looks to accelerate its ecommerce business in China: Working with Chinese delivery app Meituan should boost the retailer鈥檚 visibility and sales.

And pending regulatory changes in countries like France will strip Chinese ecommerce companies of their de minimis advantages and force them to face stricter scrutiny over their advertising, environmental impact, and other business practices.