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Should luxury brands actually reduce their dependence on China?
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May 25, 2022 @ 2:00 am
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Luxury giants such as Kering and LVMH continue to focus on China despite the country's ongoing struggle against Omicron. Image credit: Shutterstock
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Avery Booker
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