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Group 1: Luxury Retail Challenges - The luxury retail sector is facing significant difficulties, with notable companies like Luisaviaroma and Ssense on the brink of bankruptcy due to rising operational costs and strategic missteps [1][4] - Ssense, once valued at $4 billion, has filed for bankruptcy protection in Canada, primarily due to unexpected tariff impacts and ongoing performance pressures in a cooling luxury market [2][4] - The company has undergone multiple rounds of layoffs, including an 8% workforce reduction affecting over 100 employees, as it struggles with increased costs from a 35% tariff on goods imported from Canada to the U.S. [4] Group 2: Expansion in Asia - Vhernier, a high-end jewelry brand recently acquired by Richemont, is accelerating its expansion in Asia with its first boutique set to open in Hong Kong by the end of the year [5][7] - The brand aims to replicate the success of other Richemont brands like Van Cleef & Arpels and Buccellati, with a focus on expanding its self-operated network [7] Group 3: H&M's Strategic Moves - H&M has opened two flagship stores in Shenzhen, marking a significant investment in the Greater Bay Area and reinforcing its commitment to the Chinese market [8][10] - The Shenzhen flagship store is the largest in South China, covering 1,764 square meters and offering a full range of products [8][10]