Insight Report 4 minutes PremiumInsights from China: Alibaba Invests in STO Express, Accelerating the Logistics Race Coresight Research March 21, 2019 Executive SummaryIn our weekly series Insights from China, we examine issues that affect international brands and retailers in China. We cover areas such as policy, consumer behavior, consumer sentiment, government regulations and the competitive landscape — as they affect the business operations and future outlook. This week, we look at Alibaba’s recent investments in courier company STO Express and how the logistics race in China has stepped up. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: A Guide to NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show—Six Game Changers Set to Reshape RetailWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion PlanThe Impacts of US Tariffs: Assessing Companies’ International Sourcing Exposure by CountryHigh-Income Consumers Drive Uptick in Financial Optimism; Inflation Awareness Down Versus Early 2025: US Consumer Survey Insights