China's Luxury Market冷却:消费者转向恐慌抛售应对经济不确定性

China's Luxury Fever Cooling Down as Consumers Turn to Panic Selling amid Economic Uncertnty

In a striking reversal from the 'revenge buying' wave that swept through China following its COVID-19 recovery in May 2020, luxury enthusiasts are now grappling with economic turbulence. Once, shoppers queued up outside Hermes stores in Shangh and Hangzhou to splash out on luxury handbags; today, these same buyers are hurriedly selling their prized possessions - including Rolex watches and Hermes bags - to secure liquidity.

A flurry of transactions involving secondhand Rolex Submariners has seen prices plummet by a staggering 46, while even the revered Birkin bag series - traditionally considered a safer bet than gold for investment value - has dipped by 20. These developments reflect how high-net-worth individuals HNWIs in China are now opting to liquidate their luxury assets rather than hold onto them.

As an economic downturn looms on China's doorstep, consumer behavior is becoming increasingly cautious. Luxury sales figures have taken a tumble in the market - a drop of around 40 over the past three months, according to financial analysts at Barclays. Amid this uncertn landscape, HNWIs are prioritizing cash preservation and liquidity.

Luxury giants like LVMH, Hermes, and Kering SFR have seen a mixed performance globally since the beginning of 2022. Sales in Europe and America were strong during the first three months of the year, however, China's luxury market is now showing signs of decline following recent large-scale lockdowns.

One phenomenon that has sparked heated debate online involves the price hike strategy employed by some top brands to boost exclusivity and induce panic buying - only to meet with skepticism. A discussion on When did Prada become so expensive? ignited heated commentary, with many questioning whether the brand's premium handbag collections genuinely hold their resale value.

Luxury labels should be concerned about this shift in secondary market dynamics. If luxury items are no longer perceived as recession-proof investments due to their diminishing resale values, then demand alone may not sustn growth strategies reliant on speculative buying spikes. Companies will now have to navigate the expectations of a more discerning consumer base who seek tangible value for their purchases.

As Jing Dly has reported in our recurring column 'The Jing Take', we provide insights into industry-leading news and our editorial team's analysis of key implications for luxury brands, from product launches to social media trs. With this evolving landscape, understanding consumer behavior is crucial for any company looking to adapt its strategy in China.

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