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China’s Elderly Market: Middle-Class Product Purchasers

28 November 2019

A consumer survey commissioned recently by HKTDC Research found that mainland consumers are buying senior-specific products ranging in price between several hundred yuan and over RMB1,000. Older people tend to use fewer shopping channels and rarely shop online. Also, mainland consumers’ main concern when buying senior-specific products is safety. However, products marketed as elderly-friendly do not necessarily be popular with older consumers. More

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China’s Elderly Market: The Changing Lifestyles of the New Old

21 November 2019

The consumer survey commissioned by HKTDC Research in mainland China has found that the new generation of elderly people meet frequently online as well as face-to-face, and enjoy sharing consumption information with friends. Increased incomes and appreciating asset values have resulted in greater expenditure in the ‘silver market’. In addition to rising level of consumption, elderly people are more than happy to try new products and services. More

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The Philippines’ Baby and Maternity Market: Targeting Millennial Parents

18 November 2019

With rising incomes and more sophisticated demands, Philippine parents are increasingly looking for high quality baby and maternity products. Hong Kong exporters may consider partnering with the modern grocery retailers and specialist stores, which are the major distribution channels for this category. Meanwhile, selling through online platforms is an ideal way to test the market. More

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China’s Elderly Market: Survey Summary and Recommendations

14 November 2019

China has become an ageing society. With Chinese society becoming healthier and prosperous, there is a growing demand for senior-specific consumption. HKTDC Research has conducted a consumer survey to learn more about the attitudes of middle-class consumers with regard to senior-specific products and services. The survey covers both seniors and those who take care of elderly parents, wishing to provide insights from the views of two generations. More

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Accessing the ASEAN Consumer Market: Electronic Accessories (Online Sales Channels)

09 September 2019

Online sales channels, including B2C marketplaces and social media, have become a new force in the electronics accessories markets in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Given the young and tech-savvy consumers in these ASEAN countries, e-commerce offers an ideal sales platform for Hong Kong electronics suppliers. More

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Hong Kong Companies in the GBA (7): The Branding and e-Commerce Services Provider

29 August 2019

Many mainland consumers are buying imported brands through cross-border e-commerce platforms. Founded in Hong Kong, with branches in Shenzhen and Shunde, MY Super eCommerce Co Ltd specialises in brand development and full-process cross-border e-commerce services for overseas brands on the mainland. Founder and CEO Tommy Cheng spoke to HKTDC Research about his experience in developing brands and promoting cross-border e-commerce in the GBA. More

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EU’s E-commerce Regulations Need Improvement in Relation to VAT and Customs Duties Claims EU Body

01 August 2019

In a Special Report published in July, the European Court of Auditors has examined the EU’s new rules on e-commerce which are scheduled to enter into force by 2021. The report raises various issues and concludes that many challenges surrounding the collection of VAT and customs duties remain yet to be resolved. More

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China’s Toys and Games Market (5): Two-Child Parents’ Purchase Preferences

04 July 2019

A recent Mainland China toy consumer survey commissioned by HKTDC interviewed 180 parents who have two or more children in order to understand their toy purchase preferences. They spend 20% more on toys than one-child parents do, and make on average four more purchases a year. Also, they look for information on toys from more channels, and tend to examine more toy choices when online shopping. More

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China’s Toys and Games Market (4): Information and Purchase Channels

27 June 2019

According to a survey conducted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) in China, shopping websites are now where the largest proportion of parents obtain toy information. With regard to shopping channels, specialised toy stores are parents’ most chosen shopping channel. This indicates that online shops and bricks-and-mortar stores are equally popular. More

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EU Proposes Global Electronic Commerce Deal

17 May 2019

On 3 May 2019, the EU made public its proposed text on future rules and obligations on e-commerce as part of WTO negotiations on e-commerce endorsed by Ministers in the margins of the Davos World Economic Forum which was held earlier this year. More

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