Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark dispute between Jia Duo Bao and Wang Lao Ji has escalated to include overseas trademark rights, highlighting the intensifying competition in international markets [2][11][15]. Trademark Dispute Overview - Wang Lao Ji accused Jia Duo Bao of maliciously registering the "Wang Lao Ji" trademark overseas through offshore companies [2][11]. - Jia Duo Bao claims to have legally acquired the overseas trademark rights in the 2000s and has registered the trademark in over 60 countries [6][11]. - Both companies cite different legal rulings to support their claims, with Jia Duo Bao referencing victories in Canadian and EU courts, while Wang Lao Ji has initiated challenges in 21 countries against Jia Duo Bao's registrations [12][11]. Historical Context - The trademark conflict began after a partnership between Hongdao Group (Jia Duo Bao's controlling entity) and Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group ended in 2011, leading to numerous lawsuits over trademarks and branding [14]. - Significant legal battles have occurred, including a 2018 ruling that ordered Jia Duo Bao to pay 1.44 billion yuan in damages, which was later overturned by the Supreme People's Court [14]. Market Expansion and Growth - The competition has shifted from domestic to international markets, with both companies vying for dominance in the growing global plant-based beverage sector [15][17]. - The global plant beverage market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 10% from 2019 to 2024, with Southeast Asia and the Middle East identified as key growth areas [17]. - Wang Lao Ji's international market has reportedly grown 6.5 times over the past decade, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 25% [17]. - Wang Lao Ji's parent company reported a revenue of 6.499 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, reflecting an 8.38% year-on-year increase, while net profit rose by 15.87% [17].

Core Points - The JDB Group has suddenly announced that it owns the overseas trademark rights to Wanglaoji, leading to a new round of disputes with Guangzhou Wanglaoji Health Industry Co., which previously accused JDB of malicious trademark registration [1] - Wan Jie Limited, an offshore affiliate of JDB Group, is involved in the trademark ownership claims [1] - Multiple parties have applied to register the "Wanglaoji" trademark in various international classifications, including pharmaceuticals and convenience foods, with many applications being rejected [1] - Guangzhou Baiyunshan Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd. has also applied for several "Wanglaoji" trademarks, most of which are currently registered [1]

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark dispute between Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group and JDB Group over the "Wong Lo Kat" brand highlights the challenges in the herbal tea market, which has been struggling in recent years [1][2]. Trademark Dispute - On October 10, JDB issued a statement regarding the ownership of the "Wong Lo Kat" trademark overseas, marking the second such statement in a short period [2]. - Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group claims to have registered the "Wong Lo Kat" trademark in over 100 countries, accusing JDB of misinterpreting trademark law and hindering international business development [2]. - The dispute has shifted focus to overseas markets, indicating a prolonged legal battle similar to the ongoing Red Bull trademark case [2]. Brand History and Market Strategy - The "Wong Lo Kat" brand has a long history, with its overseas registration linked to the descendants of Wang Zebang, who authorized JDB to use the brand [4]. - JDB's strategy involved rebranding "Wong Lo Kat" to "JDB" in overseas markets to maintain brand consistency and avoid consumer confusion [4]. - In 2023, Guangzhou Pharmaceutical launched an overseas plan for "Wong Lo Kat" and registered the "Walovi" trademark, although the name may not resonate with younger consumers [5]. Sales Performance - Both companies experienced a significant decline in gift box sales during the recent Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, marking one of the coldest years for sales [8][10]. - The overall gifting market has been affected by various factors, including poor weather and changing consumer behavior, leading to a decrease in impulse purchases [10]. - The traditional gifting market has been in decline, with younger consumers less inclined to participate in gifting traditions [10]. Market Opportunities and Challenges - Both companies are facing challenges in the domestic market, with missed opportunities in emerging product categories such as sugar-free tea and plant-based beverages [13]. - The overseas market presents potential growth opportunities, especially as more Chinese companies target international consumers [13]. - The competition for market share in the herbal tea segment is intensifying, with both companies reluctant to cede ground in this lucrative area [13].

Core Viewpoint - The trademark dispute over "Wanglaoji" between JDB Group and Guangzhou Wanglaoji Health Industry Co., Ltd. has intensified, with both parties asserting their claims regarding overseas trademark ownership and registration [3][4]. Group 1: Trademark Dispute - JDB Group claims to have obtained the overseas trademark rights for "Wanglaoji" in the early 2000s and has registered the trademark in 60 countries [3]. - Guangzhou Wanglaoji Health Industry Co., Ltd. asserts that the current trademark owner is Guangzhou Baiyunshan Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd., and they have registered "Wanglaoji" in over 100 countries [4]. - The ongoing dispute has seen legal actions, including a recent court ruling that found JDB Group liable for infringement, resulting in a compensation order of 317 million yuan [4]. Group 2: Market Position and Strategy - As of June 2025, Wanglaoji holds a 46.33% market share in the plant beverage category, while JDB follows with 28.31% [4]. - Wanglaoji is expanding its international market presence with new product launches and partnerships, including the introduction of "WALOVI" branded cans in various international markets [5]. - The company reported a revenue of 6.499 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, reflecting an 8.38% year-on-year growth [5]. Group 3: Industry Growth - The global plant beverage industry is experiencing rapid growth, with a compound annual growth rate of nearly 10% projected from 2019 to 2024, particularly in emerging markets like Southeast Asia and the Middle East [6].

Group 1 - Zong Fuli has resigned from her positions as Chairman and General Manager of Wahaha Group, effective September 12, due to trademark compliance issues and plans to focus on her own brand "Wah Xiaozong" [3] - Core member Yan Xuefeng of Wahaha Group, previously under investigation, has returned to work after being cleared of allegations [3] - ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming made a public appearance for the first time in years, launching the Shanghai Xuhui Zhichun Innovation Center aimed at nurturing talent in computer science and AI [3] Group 2 - Qualcomm is under investigation by China's market regulator for allegedly failing to report its acquisition of Autotalks, potentially violating antitrust laws [5] - Xibei's founder responded to the logo change at a specific location, stating it is a small-scale trial and will not be implemented nationwide [5] Group 3 - ByteDance announced a new employee support policy providing up to 7.2 million yuan in transitional subsidies for employees laid off due to organizational adjustments [7] - DJI's recent price cuts on multiple products have led to controversy, with some stores in Shenzhen offering price difference refunds for purchases made during a specific period [7] - AI company Zhipu has denied rumors of layoffs before its IPO, stating it has nearly 50 job openings available [7] Group 4 - The ongoing trademark dispute between Jia Duo Bao and Wang Laoji has escalated, with both parties claiming ownership of the overseas Wang Laoji trademark [7] - Ding Tai Fung announced the closure of its WeChat store and has already shut down over ten physical locations due to brand operational adjustments [7] Group 5 - Former CBO of Zeekr, Guan Haitao, confirmed his departure from the company for personal reasons [10] - Pop Mart's Halloween series blind boxes sold out quickly, with one hidden variant seeing a price increase of over 13 times its original price [10] Group 6 - Zheng Qinwen has been named the first global brand ambassador for Bawang Tea [11] - TIME magazine's annual list of 300 best inventions includes products from companies like Huawei, BYD, and Apple [11] Group 7 - Great Wall Motors is adjusting its direct sales channels, with the Tank brand being phased out in favor of the Wey brand [16] - Meituan's community supermarket "Happy Monkey" is set to open its first northern store in Yanjiao, Hebei, on October 17 [16] Group 8 - Standard Chartered China has completed its first domestic RMB aircraft financing loan of 1 billion yuan for China Eastern Airlines [19] - Blue Sky Aviation has secured several million yuan in angel financing to develop its eVTOL products [20] Group 9 - Leapmotor has released teaser images for its luxury flagship SUV D19, set to debut on October 16 [21] - IDC reported that Lenovo holds a 25.5% market share in the global PC market, leading with 19.4 million units shipped [23]

加多宝和王老吉的海外"王老吉"商标之争继续发酵。 10月10日，加多宝集团发布关于海外"王老吉"商标所有权的声明称，加多宝集团自上世纪九十年代从王 老吉（正名王泽邦）后人手中取得祖传凉茶秘方及海外王老吉商标使用权，并于2000年初合法获得海外 王老吉商标所有权。 声明提及，为了让更多消费者认识中国的凉茶品类，加多宝集团积极开拓海外市场，在全球超过60个主 要国家和地区注册王老吉商标，巩固其市场上的地位和品牌形象。通过不断扩展营销渠道，深入市场， 加多宝集团拥有的海外王老吉品牌凉茶至今已远销全世界数十多个国家和地区。 二是关于加多宝集团蓄意误导"王老吉"境外商标的情况，王老吉称，加多宝集团所谓"侵权、假冒、不 正当竞争"的表述，是对商标法律定义的误读与误导，其通过海外离岸关联公司万捷有限公司在全球60 余个国家和地区进行恶意注册，干扰公司正常拓展海外业务。针对加多宝集团的上述恶意行径，王老吉 坚决采取维权行动。在中国澳门、中国台湾、澳大利亚、巴西、韩国、日本、德国、法国、新西兰等21 个国家/地区，以商标不使用撤销、商标无效宣告的程序对其恶意注册行为进行打击。现已有10个国家/ 地区的审理机关作出撤销其商标的决 ...

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark dispute between Jia Duo Bao Group and Wang Lao Ji has escalated, with both companies making conflicting claims regarding the ownership and registration of the Wang Lao Ji brand internationally [1][2]. Group 1: Trademark Ownership and Dispute - Jia Duo Bao Group claims to have acquired the secret recipe and overseas trademark rights for Wang Lao Ji in the 1990s, and asserts ownership of the overseas brand, which has been exported to over 10 countries and regions [1]. - Wang Lao Ji has accused Jia Duo Bao Group of maliciously registering the Wang Lao Ji trademark in over 60 major countries, hindering its overseas business expansion [1]. - Wang Lao Ji is currently taking legal action in 21 countries and regions, including Macau and Taiwan, against Jia Duo Bao's alleged malicious trademark registrations, with 10 of these regions already deciding to revoke Jia Duo Bao's trademarks [1]. Group 2: Historical Context and Legal Proceedings - The relationship between Wang Lao Ji and Jia Duo Bao was once collaborative, with Jia Duo Bao operating Wang Lao Ji as the leading herbal tea brand until 2012, when the trademark authorization was revoked by Wang Lao Ji's parent company, Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group [1]. - Following the revocation, both companies have engaged in prolonged litigation over patent rights, trademark rights, and advertising slogans, leading to a series of price wars in the market [1]. - In 2018, Jia Duo Bao announced the cessation of the price war, and the final rulings on the patent and advertising disputes were anticipated, suggesting a potential resolution to their ongoing conflict [2]. - However, the trademark litigation remains unresolved as Jia Duo Bao continues to appeal the unfavorable rulings [2].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark dispute between Jia Duo Bao and Wang Lao Ji has escalated, focusing on the overseas trademark ownership of "Wang Lao Ji" as both companies compete in international markets [2][10]. Group 1: Trademark Dispute - Wang Lao Ji accused Jia Duo Bao of maliciously registering the "Wang Lao Ji" trademark through offshore companies [2][10]. - Jia Duo Bao claims to have legally obtained the overseas trademark ownership in the 2000s and has registered it in over 60 countries [6][10]. - Both companies cite different court rulings to support their claims, highlighting contrasting legal interpretations [10][11]. Group 2: Market Competition - The trademark dispute coincides with Wang Lao Ji's launch of the "WALOVI" brand for international markets, intensifying competition [9][10]. - The global plant-based beverage market is experiencing significant growth, with a projected compound annual growth rate of nearly 10% from 2019 to 2024, making it a new battleground for domestic brands [14]. - Wang Lao Ji's overseas market revenue has increased 6.5 times over the past decade, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 25% [14]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Wang Lao Ji's parent company, Baiyun Mountain, reported a 8.38% year-on-year increase in revenue to 6.499 billion yuan and a 15.87% increase in net profit to 1.295 billion yuan in the first half of 2025 [14]. - Jia Duo Bao is also expanding its overseas presence, particularly in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, and has established a factory in Malaysia [14].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark dispute between Jia Duo Bao and Wang Lao Ji has escalated, focusing on the overseas trademark ownership of "Wang Lao Ji" as both companies compete in international markets [2][10]. Group 1: Trademark Dispute - On September 30, Wang Lao Ji accused Jia Duo Bao of maliciously registering the "Wang Lao Ji" trademark overseas through offshore companies [3]. - Jia Duo Bao responded on October 10, asserting that it legally acquired the overseas trademark ownership in the 2000s and has registered it in over 60 countries [7][12]. - Both companies cite different legal rulings to support their claims, indicating a complex legal landscape surrounding the trademark ownership [13]. Group 2: Legal Background - The trademark conflict has been ongoing for years, with significant legal battles since their partnership ended in 2011, involving numerous lawsuits and substantial financial stakes [16]. - In 2018, a court ruled that Jia Duo Bao owed 1.44 billion yuan to Wang Lao Ji, but this was later overturned by the Supreme People's Court due to evidence issues [16]. - A recent ruling in July 2023 found Jia Duo Bao liable for infringement, ordering compensation of 317 million yuan, which Jia Duo Bao plans to appeal [16]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The competition has now extended to international markets, with both companies vying for dominance in the growing global plant-based beverage sector, which is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 10% from 2019 to 2024 [19]. - Wang Lao Ji's international brand "WALOVI" was launched on August 18, 2025, and has seen a 6.5-fold increase in overseas market size over the past decade, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 25% [20]. - Wang Lao Ji reported a revenue of 6.499 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, reflecting an 8.38% year-on-year increase, while net profit rose by 15.87% to 1.295 billion yuan [20].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing dispute between Jia Duo Bao Group and Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company regarding the ownership of the Wang Lao Ji overseas trademark has escalated, with both parties making conflicting claims about their rights and registrations in international markets [1][5]. Group 1: Jia Duo Bao Group's Position - Jia Duo Bao Group asserts that it acquired the Wang Lao Ji trademark rights and the secret recipe for herbal tea from the descendants of Wang Ze Bang in the 1990s and legally obtained the overseas trademark ownership in the early 2000s [2][3]. - The company claims to have registered the Wang Lao Ji trademark in over 60 major countries and regions globally, emphasizing its commitment to promoting Chinese herbal tea culture worldwide [2][3]. - Jia Duo Bao Group intends to take legal action to protect its rights against any infringement or disruption to its market position, asserting that it will not tolerate any actions that harm its reputation or legal rights [2][3]. Group 2: Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company's Position - Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company claims that the true owner of the Wang Lao Ji trademark is Guangzhou Baiyunshan Pharmaceutical Holdings Company and accuses Jia Duo Bao Group of maliciously registering the trademark through offshore companies, disrupting its overseas business expansion [5][9]. - The company has initiated legal actions in 21 countries/regions to challenge Jia Duo Bao Group's trademark registrations, with 10 jurisdictions already ruling in favor of Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company by revoking Jia Duo Bao Group's trademarks [9][10]. - Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company emphasizes its commitment to promoting the Wang Lao Ji brand globally, introducing the English brand "WALOVI" to penetrate the international health beverage market [11][12]. Group 3: Market Context and Financial Performance - The competition between Jia Duo Bao and Wang Lao Ji is driven by the need to capture overseas market share, especially as the domestic beverage market becomes increasingly competitive [14][15]. - Wang Lao Ji Health Industry Company reported a revenue of 6.5 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, reflecting an 8.4% year-on-year increase, with a net profit of approximately 1.3 billion yuan, up 15.8% [14]. - The overseas market for Wang Lao Ji has seen significant growth, with a 6.5-fold increase in scale over the past decade and a compound annual growth rate exceeding 25% [14].