Alibaba’s JV with YNAP: a short-cut to bridge their trust gaps with Chinese shoppers and with brands
In OC&C’s recent research on Chinese luxury online shoppers, we found that international platforms like YNAP and Farfetch scored among top 5 for overall satisfaction by Chinese users, mainly due to their ability to guarantee product authenticity, and for the breadth of their offerings, including in-season products.
Both Alibaba’s Tmall and JD.com have been struggling to attract luxury brands and build attractive luxury E-Commerce platforms. Alliances with international players seem to be the best way to reach their goals.
Farfetch was already partnering with JD.com (JD is one of Farfetch’s major shareholders). Therefore, it is very logical that Alibaba engages in a partnership with Yoox Net-a-Porter.
Read our insight to find out more about our insights.
Articles recommandés
Voir tous les articles
mercredi 7th octobre 2026
Beyond the buzzword: The Longevity Economy
As consumers increasingly focus on not simply living longer, but living better for longer, a much broader consumer health opportunity is beginning to emerge.
mardi 25th août 2026
The Winning Formula: The New Rules of Value Creation in Ingredients
After several years of volatility, the ingredients sector is entering a more demanding phase. Find out what that means for brands and investors.
mercredi 19th août 2026
Spirits M&A: a reset, not a retreat
After a decade of premiumisation-led growth, the Spirits sector is entering a more selective phase.
lundi 8th juin 2026