Data & Research

Brands and E-Commerce Platforms Join Forces, Prepared for Europe’s Heatwave

This summer, Europe has been hit by an “once-in-a-century” extreme heatwave, with temperatures in Spain, France, Germany and across Europe breaking historical records. In a region where air-conditioning penetration stands at only around 20%, the huge cooling gap has generated massive market demand...

China’s Home Appliance Exports Rise 5.9% in January-July

China's home appliance exports totaled 2.743 billion units in the first seven months of 2026, up 5.9% year on year, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs on August 7, 2026. Export value reached 421.3 billion yuan, an increase of 2.3% from a year earlier.

Global Heatwaves Boost Demand for Cooling Appliances, Driving China’s Home Appliance Exports Above RMB 360 Billion in H1

Rising temperatures worldwide, particularly the recent heatwaves in Europe, have drawn renewed attention to China’s home appliance exports. At a press conference held by the State Council Information Office on July 14, Lv Daliang, spokesperson for the General Administration of Customs of China (GAC...

Europe's Air Conditioning Trilemma Creates an Opening for Chinese Manufacturers

As Europe endures another summer of extreme heat, demand for air conditioning has surged across the continent. Another heatwave is expected later in July, adding further pressure. Yet despite rising temperatures, household air conditioner penetration in Europe remains only around 20%, according to...

After Gaining Global Scale, What Comes Next for the Robot Vacuum Industry?

Over the past decade, Chinese robot vacuum makers have transformed from fast followers into some of the most influential players in the global smart home market. What began as an export-driven expansion has evolved into a broader shift in the industry’s competitive landscape. By 2026, the momentum ...