retail trends

The retail industry was caught by surprise in January 2025 when Dealmoon, a major retailer in China, launched a canvas bag collection with unprecedented cost transparency. The company’s bold move to reveal its production cost of $143.

Sam’s Club’s meteoric rise in China represents a fascinating case study in retail innovation and market adaptation. With an average revenue of ¥1.67 billion per store and some locations exceeding ¥3 billion annually, Sam’s Club has positioned itself as a premium shopping destination for China’s growing middle class.