E-TAILING

A survey of buyers and exhibitors at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show revealed a number of jewellery trends, such as the popular materials and diamond jewellery designs for 2016. More

The HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is the largest event of its kind in the world. Face-to-face interviews were conducted with 408 exhibitors and 700. The survey results showed that industry players were cautiously optimistic with regard to anticipated sales for the next year. Both buyers and exhibitors expected smartwatches to be the most popular items in 2016. In addition, developments in the e-tailing sector continued to interest many industry players. More

Earlier this summer, the European Commission published a commentary on the right of consumers to withdraw from purchases made elsewhere than in shops within fourteen days. This comes just over a year after the required implementation date of Directive 2011/83/EU on consumer rights by all EU Member States of the EU. More

A survey of buyers and exhibitors conducted during this year’s HKTDC Hong Kong Houseware Fair indicated a positive sales outlook for 2015. Respondents were also optimistic with regard to a likely improvements upturn in the developed markets. Overall, kitchenware and gadgets were seen as continuing to offer the greatest potential, with “well-designed”, “innovative” and “quality” all featuring on consumers’ agendas. More