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Anta bids for Puma

Anta takes aim at global big leagues with Puma bid

China’s leading sportswear brand has reportedly offered to buy 29% of the German brand, which, if successful, could give a big boost to its global aspirations Key Takeaways: Anta has…

Healthcare/biotech

Finance

Meta acquires Manus

Meta cuts Manus free from China, as regional lender gets premium bailout

In a landmark validation for Chinese AI, Facebook parent Meta has agreed to buy general AI agent maker Manus. But why is Meta also quite vehement about cutting all of Manus' China ties, both in terms of investors and business activity? And regional Chinese lender Weihai Bank has just received a major cash infusion from its local government in Shandong province. Is this a worrisome sign for investors?

Ecommerce

Illustration of Luckin and Costa coffee being tasted

Luckin Coffee eyes global leap as China’s Double 11 loses its luster

Luckin could be preparing a bid for Costa Coffee. What's driving this potential deal, and what are its chances for success? And this year's Double 11 festival looks like a dud, with most big e-commerce companies failing to publish any big numbers. What does the future hold for this fast-fading shopping fest?
So-Young runs cosmetic surgery clinics

Can So-Young find new youth in bricks and mortar?

The cosmetic surgery specialist’s top line is growing as it opens new ‘light medical aesthetic’ clinics, but its bottom line is sagging as its older platform business evaporates Key Takeaways:…

AI/Infrastructure/Resources

Meta acquires Manus

Meta cuts Manus free from China, as regional lender gets premium bailout

In a landmark validation for Chinese AI, Facebook parent Meta has agreed to buy general AI agent maker Manus. But why is Meta also quite vehement about cutting all of Manus' China ties, both in terms of investors and business activity? And regional Chinese lender Weihai Bank has just received a major cash infusion from its local government in Shandong province. Is this a worrisome sign for investors?