Tactical moves, succession challenges, talent pools: discover Glitz, the first investigative publication dedicated to the global luxury sector

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Laundering through luxury: French authorities fear revival of 'daigou' technique as Chinese tourists return

The networks involved in a sophisticated laundering technique that relies on artificially VAT-free luxury purchases made in Europe and resold in China lay dormant during the Covid-19 pandemic. But they may soon spring back to life as EU borders reopen to Chinese tourists. France is especially at risk. [...] (374 words)

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Tactical moves, succession challenges, talent pools: discover Glitz, the first investigative publication dedicated to the global luxury sector

Tactical moves, succession challenges, talent pools: discover Glitz, the first investigative publication dedicated to the global luxury sector

Laundering through luxury: French authorities fear revival of 'daigou' technique as Chinese tourists return

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