Ecommerce and duty-free have been unexpected beneficiaries of the disruption caused by COVID-19. Global luxury should be quick to get on board. Image credit: CDF Mall's Weibo
How long can duty-free prop up China’s luxury market?
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Ecommerce and duty-free have been unexpected beneficiaries of the disruption caused by COVID-19. Global luxury should be quick to get on board. Image credit: CDF Mall's Weibo
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