LABUBU火爆全球：从情绪连接到文化认同

Group 1 - Generation Z, as the "natives" of the internet and new consumption, increasingly values community identity and emotional expression, leading to the rise of emotional consumption where emotional connections are prioritized over storytelling [1] - The success of LABUBU is attributed to a combination of unique artistic design, effective commercial operation, scarcity in collectible value, viral social media marketing, celebrity influence, and alignment with Generation Z's psychology [2] - The company has established a closed-loop ecosystem centered around IP, utilizing blind boxes as an engine, data as a link, and community as the soil for growth, which enhances user retention and value accumulation [2] Group 2 - The company is accelerating its international expansion, aiming to transform its IP into a globally recognizable cultural symbol while exploring diversified business avenues such as theme parks and home decor to find new profit curves [2] - The shift from relying on cost advantages and scale to leveraging unique IP and emotional connections marks a significant transition in the global competition landscape for Chinese brands [3]