Core Viewpoint - The incident involving Pop Mart's live stream highlights a significant disconnect between product pricing and consumer perception, revealing underlying issues in the blind box market and consumer sentiment towards overpriced products [2][5][9]. Group 1: Incident Overview - During a live stream, Pop Mart employees candidly acknowledged the high price of their blind boxes, stating "this thing sells for 79 yuan is indeed a bit expensive" and "it's okay, someone will pay" [1][2]. - This statement sparked widespread discussion and criticism, leading to the phrase "Pop Mart live stream ridicule" trending on social media [1]. Group 2: Product Details - The product in question is the "DIMOO New Birthday Diary Series" blind box, priced at 79 yuan, with a cost of production estimated at around 4 yuan for imitation products [3]. - The series includes six regular items and one hidden item, with the odds of obtaining a regular item being 1 in 6 and a hidden item being 1 in 72 [3]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The blind box market has been characterized by a significant gap between raw material costs and retail prices, leading to consumer complaints and a perception of exploitation [6][7]. - Pop Mart's marketing strategies, including scarcity and brand value, have created a perception of high value for low-cost items, but this is now being questioned by consumers [5][8]. Group 4: Company Response and Market Sentiment - Pop Mart's decision not to dismiss the employees involved in the incident reflects a strategic choice to confront the controversy openly, acknowledging the current consumer environment [2][9]. - The company's recent financial performance shows a substantial revenue increase, with a reported growth of approximately 245%-250% year-on-year for Q3 2025, indicating that despite the controversy, demand for their products remains strong [10][11].

Core Viewpoint - The recent live-stream incident involving Pop Mart has raised concerns about the company's high product pricing and consumer perception, particularly after employees were overheard discussing the pricing of a 79 yuan blind box as being "a bit expensive" [7][9][10]. Pricing and Product Issues - Pop Mart's most expensive product is a collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum, priced at 6,999 yuan, which is currently out of stock [4][16]. - The company has multiple products priced at 5,999 yuan, indicating a trend of high pricing across its product range [4][16]. - Despite consumer backlash regarding the 79 yuan blind box, it has sold out on multiple platforms, suggesting strong demand despite complaints about pricing [14]. Financial Performance - Pop Mart reported a 245% to 250% year-on-year revenue growth for Q3 2025, with domestic revenue increasing by 185% to 190% and overseas revenue by 365% to 370% [20]. - The company's gross margin reached 70.3% in the first half of 2025, a 6.3 percentage point increase year-on-year, significantly higher than major companies like Apple (47.18%) and luxury brands such as LVMH (66.84%) [4][20]. Consumer Complaints and Quality Control - Pop Mart has received over 20,000 complaints, primarily related to product quality and after-sales service, highlighting a disconnect between high pricing and consumer satisfaction [22]. - Recent incidents, including misprints on products, have further fueled consumer dissatisfaction and allegations of the company treating customers as "韭菜" (a term implying exploitation) [22].

Core Viewpoint - The incident involving Pop Mart's live streaming has sparked significant discussion, highlighting potential issues in product pricing and marketing strategies [1] Group 1: Incident Details - The incident occurred during a live stream promoting the "DIMOO New Birthday Diary Series - Blind Box," where two staff members were overheard discussing the product's price of 79 yuan, with one commenting it was "a bit expensive" [1][2] - Following the incident, there were rumors that the involved staff were fired, but internal sources confirmed that while an investigation is ongoing, no employees would be dismissed [4] Group 2: Product and Market Response - The "DIMOO New Birthday Diary Series - Blind Box" is priced at 79 yuan per unit and 474 yuan for a full box [2] - Despite the live stream incident, Pop Mart's "SKULLPANDA Dining Table Series" faced a separate issue with misprinted branding, which led to increased demand and rising prices in the secondary market [4] Group 3: Financial Performance - Pop Mart reported a remarkable revenue growth of 245% to 250% year-on-year for the third quarter of 2025, with Chinese revenue increasing by 185% to 190% and overseas revenue by 365% to 370% [4] - In terms of channel performance, offline sales grew by 130% to 135%, while online sales surged by 300% to 305% [4] Group 4: Stock Market Reaction - As of November 7, Pop Mart's stock price fell over 5%, trading at 206.6 HKD per share [4]

Core Viewpoint - The incident involving Pop Mart's live streaming has sparked significant discussion, highlighting potential issues in product pricing and marketing strategies [1][3]. Group 1: Incident Overview - On November 7, the "Pop Mart live streaming incident" became a trending topic after two staff members were overheard discussing the high price of a product during a live stream [1]. - The product in question is the "DIMOO New Birthday Diary Series - Blind Box," priced at 79 yuan per unit and 474 yuan for a full box [1]. Group 2: Company Response - Reports indicate that the two staff members involved in the incident were not fired, contrary to initial rumors, and the company is conducting an internal investigation [3]. - Pop Mart has faced additional issues with misprints on the "SKULLPANDA Dining Table Series" blind boxes, which have been taken off the shelves, yet these misprinted items have gained popularity in the secondary market [3]. Group 3: Financial Performance - On October 21, Pop Mart announced a remarkable revenue growth of 245% to 250% year-on-year for Q3 2025, with Chinese revenue increasing by 185% to 190% and overseas revenue soaring by 365% to 370% [3]. - In terms of channel performance, offline sales in China grew by 130% to 135%, while online sales surged by 300% to 305% [3]. Group 4: Market Reaction - Following the live streaming incident, Pop Mart's stock price fell over 5%, trading at 206.6 HKD per share as of November 7 [3].

Core Viewpoint - The incident involving misprinted branding on the "SKULLPANDA Dining Table Series" blind box figures from Pop Mart has raised consumer concerns and led to the removal of the product from official sales channels [1]. Group 1 - Multiple consumers reported that the brand name "POP MART" was incorrectly printed as "POP MAET" on the figures [1]. - Following the complaints, the product was no longer searchable on Pop Mart's official mini-program and major e-commerce platforms as of November 6 [1]. - Pop Mart did not provide a comment when approached for verification regarding the incident [1].

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