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Daley Hub has been making a study of how well – or not – marketplaces can deliver strong sales of a ‘new thing’.

China is at a fascinating crossroads. On one side, slowing growth, a shrinking population, and declining house prices paint a challenging picture. On the other, half a million scientists are working on breakthroughs in AI, batteries, and EVs — areas where China already leads the world. It’s a real yin-and-yang moment: decline and discovery, shadow and light. The big question is — can innovation become China’s true growth driver?

Is the online marketplace killing new products? Clive Daley and Nils Kernchen take a look

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The UK DIY market is facing mounting pressures, from shifting consumer priorities and rising business costs to global trade tensions. Yet, opportunities remain for those who adapt. In this article, Clive Daley, founder of Daley Hub, explores the current highs and lows, offering insight into how suppliers can navigate challenges and seize new growth, both in the UK and across Europe.

Clive Daley   reports from Suzhou, China. As the 90-day pause on inflated tariffs nears its August 12 expiry, optimism in China and the...

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