HONG KONG -- China's annual Singles Day shopping extravaganza is usually a showcase for exuberant consumerism. This year, not so much.
Subdued approach to annual consumer retail fiesta as Beijing targets influencers
A promotion for Alibaba's Singles Day sales event. The e-commerce giant pioneered the annual shopping fiesta in China. (Photo courtesy of Alibaba)
HONG KONG -- China's annual Singles Day shopping extravaganza is usually a showcase for exuberant consumerism. This year, not so much.