The Best One Yet 🤔 “China’s Factory Revolt” — Trade war moves to TikTok. Moleskine’s Gen Z board. Zuck's FTC lawsuit.
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Apr 15, 2025 Chinese factories are striking back in the trade war with TikTok exposés on clothing markups, revealing the hidden costs of brands like Lululemon. Meanwhile, Moleskine finds success by engaging Gen Z with a dedicated board. The tech world is buzzing as Zuckerberg prepares to testify in Meta's antitrust lawsuit. Dive into how TikTok influences consumer perceptions and corporate strategies during these tumultuous times, and discover the untold story behind the beloved Super Soaker!
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Trade War on TikTok
- Chinese factories are using TikTok to expose American brands' pricing practices.
- Videos claim $100 Lululemon leggings cost $5 to make in China.
Fact-Checking the Claims
- TikTok videos allege that US brands charge exorbitant markups, sometimes up to 20 times the production cost.
- Lululemon's financials suggest a lower markup, with $40 cost of goods sold for $100 leggings.
Weaponizing TikTok
- While the videos' specific numbers might be exaggerated, they effectively spread distrust towards American brands.
- This highlights TikTok's potential as a tool for misinformation in trade disputes.
