UEFA Champions League is expanding its global reach.
JD.com, Inc. (also known as Jingdong) has announced that it has become the official e-commerce innovation partner for the UEFA Champions League (UCL). As a leading e-commerce retailer and technology service provider, JD.com, Inc. and its European e-commerce brand Ochama will deliver access to exclusive football interactions, merchandise, discounts, prizes, and innovative services to fans and consumers, the company communicates.
China’s 2025 Singles Day online sales rose to 1.70 trillion yuan renminbi (€228bn), yet slower growth and muted shopper sentiment are stirring up headwinds.
Growth is driven by broader digital adoption, increasing internet and smartphone penetration, and the availability of online payment innovations.
The retail chain plans to open 17 more stores in Canada by the end of 2026.
The London-based ownership group Mercury13 now holds clubs in Italy, England and Spain, backed by Avenue Capital’s $1bn+ sports fund.
Terrence Murphy and Reggie Bush are betting on women’s sports and next-generation formats as the next frontier for institutional capital.
Lululemon’s founder launches a campaign site as his proxy battle over governance and creative direction enters its most public phase yet.
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