Group 1 - The "China Online Consumption Brand Index" (CBI) and "Global Brand China Online Top 500" (CBI500) show a growth in online consumer brand index from 63.38 in Q1 2025 to 65.17 in Q2 2025, indicating a trend towards purchasing quality brand products among Chinese consumers [1][2] - The CBI series, developed by Peking University and supported by Alibaba, is the first brand value assessment system based on actual consumer purchasing behavior, filling a gap in traditional macro indicators [2][6] - The CBI index reveals significant seasonal fluctuations in online consumption, with higher values in Q2 and Q4 due to major shopping events like 618 and Double 11, where consumers prefer quality brands over low-priced alternatives [3][5] Group 2 - The top five brands in the CBI500 for this quarter are Apple, Midea, Xiaomi, Haier, and Huawei, with Midea rising to second place due to increased sales and search volume in summer categories [7] - The CBI500 ranking reflects real consumer behavior, with seasonal changes in brand rankings driven by actual sales and search data during shopping festivals [7][8] - A new "Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) New Brands List" has been introduced, highlighting the growth potential of emerging brands, with 48 out of 50 listed brands being new Chinese brands [8][9] Group 3 - The research indicates that attracting high-value consumer groups and encouraging repeat purchases are key factors for new brands transitioning from temporary popularity to sustained success [9] - Brands are advised to shift from a "traffic-driven" approach to "user lifecycle management" to effectively engage high-value users through product innovation and service experience [9]

Core Insights - Emotional consumption is emerging as a core growth driver for many brands, with a focus on younger consumers [1] - The "China Online Consumption Brand Index" (CBI) and the "Global Brand China Online 500 Strong List" (CBI500) highlight the rise of new brands that resonate with youth [1][3] Brand Performance - The CBI500 list features brands like Diao Zhi Xin Yi, MiHoYo, Light and Night of Love, and Card Game, which are recognized for their strong emotional appeal and connection with young consumers [1][3] - These brands have low average transaction prices, rapid product launches, and are centered around IP content, fostering high customer loyalty and repeat purchases [3] Market Trends - The introduction of the "newness" metric in the CBI500 evaluation emphasizes sales growth speed, particularly among young consumers, and innovation in products [2] - During the 618 shopping festival, over 2,000 IPs are expected to launch more than 200,000 new products on platforms like Taobao, indicating a significant trend in the toy and collectible market [3] Industry Implications - The success of domestic IP brands like MiHoYo and Diao Zhi Xin Yi demonstrates the potential to break the dominance of foreign IPs in the market [4] - The rise of these brands signifies a shift in the Chinese toy industry from manufacturing to creative development, highlighting the commercial potential of local cultural content and derivative products [4]