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China's Singles' Day, a month-long shopping festival, has seen a 2.4% increase in sales as of October 31, according to Syntun. The festival, which began as a celebration of singlehood at Nanjing University in 1993, has evolved into the world's largest online shopping event, with total sales reaching nearly 1.7 trillion yuan in 2025. However, consumer demand remains subdued due to a prolonged property downturn and other economic pressures. E-commerce giants like Alibaba are using AI to enhance the shopping experience, with AI-driven tools and chatbots playing a significant role in sales. Despite these efforts, consumer confidence is low, and many shoppers are experiencing 'discount fatigue' due to year-round promotions.
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