Nike, H&M Face Boycotts in China

The video discusses the competitive landscape in China, highlighting gains by domestic companies amid a boycott of foreign brands over Xinjiang cotton. It explores the challenges global retailers face in balancing political sensitivities and market demands, emphasizing the importance of China as a key market. Retailers are cautious in their statements to avoid backlash in different regions, as sourcing cotton from Xinjiang could lead to criticism or sanctions in the US and Europe, while avoiding it could result in boycotts in China.

Which companies in China have seen significant gains in their market share?

• Under Armour and New Balance

• Puma and Reebok

• Anta and Li-Ning

• Nike and Adidas

What is the main issue at the heart of the controversy discussed in the video?

• Currency manipulation

• Xinjiang cotton

• Trade tariffs

• Intellectual property theft

How did Johan Keikaku in Tokyo react to the controversy?

• Its stock rose by 6%

• Its stock fell by 6%

• It remained unaffected

• It gained market share

What is a major challenge for retailers in dealing with the Xinjiang cotton issue?

• Increasing production costs

• Balancing sustainability and political views

• Expanding into new markets

• Managing supply chain disruptions

By what year do some people predict China will become the world's largest economy?

• 2025

• 2035

• 2028

• 2030