This website uses cookies to assist with navigation and to help us monitor traffic on our site.
By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use. To find out more see our privacy policy.
Key words
AuditBusiness GrowthBusiness RecoveryBusiness ServicesCase StudyChinaCompany RegistrationCrisis managementCultureEconomyEmploymentExhibitionFactory set upFinanceFulfillmentHuman ResourcesIncubatorInvestmentLogisticsManagementManufacturingMarket EntryMarketingOperationOur Clients in ChinaPTL GroupRecruitmentRegulationsSalesSeminarShared OfficesSocial MediaStartupsTaxWFOE Management
Stay Informed
Sign up and join our mailing list
China’s 2026 VAT Reform: What International Companies Should Check Now
By the PTL Group Finance Team Could your current VAT setup in China hold up under...
The New 2025 China Import-Export Regulations: What’s Changed – And What You Should Do Now
In October 2025, China enacted a comprehensive tightening of its export and customs regime. The new...
Mitigating Operational Risks for Foreign-Owned Companies in China
Most global companies operating in China eventually face similar operational risks, either with HR management or...
Greening the Chain: Driving Sustainable Supply Chains in and with China
A Guest post by Liselore Kolff In today’s interconnected world, supply chains form the backbone of...
Salary and Payroll Management in China: Insights for 2025
For international companies, payroll in China is not just about transferring salaries on time. It’s about...
Hiring Employees in China: Key Solutions and Practical Insights
Table of Contents Hiring Freelancers Payroll-Only Solutions Employer of Record (EOR) Services Choosing the Right Hiring...
Minimum Wage in China for 2025
The minimum wage in China is a dynamic factor that changes not only over time but...
The Realities of Selling F&B Products in China
China’s food and beverage (F&B) market offers vast potential for global brands, but entering the Chinese...
US-China Tariffs: Rethink Your Strategy and Seize the Opportunity
As global headlines continue to echo with concern over the latest US tariffs on China, many...
Recognized for Impact: 25 Years of Supporting International Business in China
It was an honor to be recognized by the Xuhui District Government, home to our Shanghai...
Business with China: Your Essential Guide to Setting Up a Local Company
At PTL Group, we’ve seen that expanding your business into China offers tremendous growth potential for...
China 2025: Key Economic Shifts and Business Implications
In a recent article published by the South China Morning Post, Joe Ngai, Chairman of McKinsey...
China’s Green Technology Revolution: A Comprehensive Market Analysis
A decade ago, glancing at Beijing skies would likely reveal a thick, smoggy haze. Today, that...
Managing Distributors in China: Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions
By: Yael Farjun For many international B2B companies, working with a local distributor is the most...
Understanding Accounting and Stock Management in China: A Practical Guide
By: Yael Farjun Operating a business in China presents unique challenges for foreign companies, particularly in...
Understand legal liabilities in your China business. Number 3 will surprise you!
In China, liability for business operations is shared between the business entity and its personnel. Individuals...
Record low in optimism on doing business in China?
Sifting through the annual China business report by AmCham Shanghai By Yael Farjun, China Deputy GM...
Driving Forward: Exploring China’s Dynamic Automotive Market
China is tirelessly acting to DRIVE the nation forward. Be it through integrating advanced technology, improvements...
Opening New Doors: The 2024 Updates to China’s Foreign Investment Negative List
For international businesses seeking to expand in China, the 2024 update to the Foreign Investment Negative...
Outsourcing Supply Chain Management in China : Make Your Business Work Better
Table of Contents Why Outsource Supply Chain Management in China Stage 1: Research & Preparation for...
Trademark Registration in China: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses
China, a global powerhouse in trade and innovation, places more and more emphasis on protecting intellectual...
China’s Industrial Machinery Market: Insights & Opportunities
For many years, China has been infamous for being a cheap, low-quality production powerhouse. But this...
Translation & Localization: Chinese Brand Name for Foreign Companies in China
The importance of localizing your brand name for the Chinese market International companies entering the Chinese...
A Clear Vision for a Water Tech Company
Changing the World One Drop at a Time This week, we were honored to participate in...
Human Resources in China: 5 Key Tips for Effective HR Management
Jasper Zhang, HR & Admin Manager at PTL Group Jasper Zhang has been working with us...
What is Happening at PTL Group Office in Shanghai
Every month, we host various events at our offices, some organized by us and some by...
The Booming Medical Equipment Market in China: Trends, Drivers, and Opportunities
A Comprehensive Analysis of China’s Medical Equipment Market Chinese medicine extends far beyond herbal remedies, traditional...
Tax Incentives in China – An Updated Summary for 2024
Financial incentives offered to businesses make a significant impact on decision-makers. Sometimes, these are even the...
A Short Guide to Chinese Customs Regulations
Are you actively engaged in trade with China and find yourself grappling with the complexities of...
Financial Audit & Compliance in China: Frequently Asked Questions
Companies operating in China are obliged to file annual audit reports, following three key steps. Getting...
China’s updated import-export tariff rates for 2024
Is your company engaged in importation-exportation processes with China? We have some good news for you....
5 Key Changes in China’s Company Law, Effective July 2024
The Chinese government has finalized major amendments to its Company Law, with revisions coming into force...
China ICP License & Regulations: A Guide for Website & App Compliance
Building an Online Presence in China: Why the ICP License Matters The importance of having a...
Empowering Your China Operations in 2024: 3 Key Strategies
2024 is already here – Have you solidified all your business plans and strategies for your...
CIIE 2023 Hit All Records, Facilitating More International Deals in China
367,000 square meters, 3,400 exhibitors, 400,000 visitors, and a US $78.4 billion worth of deals signed...
UK Companies Operating in China – Here are Some HR Solutions for Finding Employees
In recent years, the UK and China have strengthened their economic ties, with a focus on...
The Pricing Stress in China: Navigating B2B Sales Challenges
A guest post by Yoann Delwarde About nine years ago, when I arrived in China, most...
6 Marketing Lessons from Local Brands in China
Local competition in China isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, when competition is used for...
Want to Grow Your Sales in China? Embrace the Guochao Trend
When asked about their reasons for entering the Chinese market, many business executives answer “expanding sales”...
Population and Domestic Migration Trends in China
While China’s population is declining due to falling birth rates, dynamic movements persist throughout the nation....
Tapping into Chinese Market Potential: The Many Benefits of Trading Services in China
China’s business market is vast and robust, yet many seasoned and successful companies do not tap...
Outsourcing Manufacturing to China: The Best Way to Improve Your Operations
Outsourcing to China: The key to a smooth market entry The Chinese market is in a...
5 communication challenges international companies face in China and how to solve them
Guest post by Maria Pastorelli China is a complex and ever-evolving culture, and it can present...
10 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT CHINA
A well-known fact is that the Chinese invented gunpowder and the compass, but did you know...
China Labor Law: Your Comprehensive Guide to Working Conditions
Conducting a thorough examination before entering the Chinese market has become more crucial than ever, especially...
The CIIE 2023 expo: A high quality exposure opportunity in the Chinese market
Meet China’s movers and shakers face to face. The China International Import Expo Enterprise & Business...
China from a UK Business Perspective: Opportunities & Challenges
By Josh Morrison. China is a highly important business landscape for many businesses based in the...
Women’s Employment in China – Lessons for Global Managers
Is your company hiring employees in China? If so, how many of your workforce are women?...
Background Checks in China – How to Reduce Potential Fraud
Written by Adva Bar Yoseph If there is something I can vouch for, after more than...
The Practical Meaning of A Company’s Legal Representative in China
The role of the company’s legal representative in China is of great importance, and a proper...
Insights Into Salaries in China
Cheaper labor cost is a primary factor in global B2B companies’ ambition to enter the Chinese...
How to Boost B2B Marketing & Sales in China – Insider Tips
If you are an executive in a B2B tech company doing business in China, you’ve probably...
Terminating Employees in China: Guide to HR & Legal Best Practices
Terminating employees in China is backed by a comprehensive and intricate legal framework. Unlike many other...
A Brief on Payroll Services in China
China’s payroll administration system differs greatly from other payroll systems in the world. For this reason,...
Everything You Need to Know (and Weren’t Told) About Industrial Parks in China
“I chose to set up my company at the park for all the wrong reasons”, confessed...
Exporting Your Products to China? You Better Check Their Up-to-date HS Codes
Do you export goods to China? Have you used the same HS code and paid the...
Setting up a Local Company in China: What International B2B Companies Need to Know
China is the largest market in the world for technological equipment, and for international B2B companies...
Efficient Pick and Pack Service for B2B Equipment Exporters in China
Pick and pack service in China is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, especially for...
China’s Updated Import-Export Tariff Rates for 2023
Photo by Tiger Lily from Pexels 2023 in China opened with some great news for the...
10 Ways to Optimize Your Wechat Content Marketing
The potential revenue from China’s enormous consumption power is one of the key reasons international companies...
5 Intriguing Provinces for Doing Business in China
Have you ever wondered why every city and province in China has its own “government”? Or...
Which WeChat Corporate Account Best Fits Your Business Needs?
By Shelly Salomon, PTL Group WeChat is a multi-functional platform that has taken China by storm....
China’s Advertising Law – Top Concerns by International Companies
Back in 2017, the Australian vitamin and health supplement provider Blackmores was subject to an unarguably...
Why Should Your WFOE Invest in Digital Security Today?
China’s innovation vision is a double-edged sword for international businesses. On the one hand, business operations...
Doing Business in China in 2023: Predictions, Regulations, and Opportunities
2023 opened in China with a promising message for the international business community: Since January 8th,...
Don’t Close Your WFOE in China – Freeze it!
If you are an international company doing business in China, we know the last three years...
China’s Personal Information Protection Law & Practical Takeaways
Does your company have Chinese clients? Do you hire local Chinese employees or engage with Chinese...
Recap on China Business Club – A Message of Optimism
2022 was a year of ups and downs in China, so our clients asked for some...
Holidays & Vacation During Q1 in China 2023
2023 is here, and the Chinese New Year (CNY) is just around the corner. It’s the...
The Chinese New Year 2025 – Five Useful Recommendations
We hope you are ready for January 2025, and have marked it in your calendars,...
Logistic brief: Optimize Your Supply Chain Management in CNY 2025
It’s the time of the year again to prepare for the Chinese New Year (CNY). It...
Top 5 Chinese cities of opportunity
If you are considering entering the Chinese market, one of the first questions is where to...
5-Step Guide for Marketing Localization in China
By Shelly Salomon Globalization has enabled ambitious brands to create awareness and enjoy commercial success in...
Competitive Intelligence: How to Explore Chinese Companies Online
By Ran Boldor & Maya Horin Many companies research their competitive landscape and its active players...
Digital Marketing in China: 5 channels B2B companies should consider
Here is a crazy statistic, there are over 1.6 billion cellphone subscriptions as of July 2022...
Vacations, Holidays, special days and festivals in China – 2023’s Q4
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to direct our focus toward a sequence...
Digital Invoicing in China: The e-Fapiao
Invoicing in any country can be tricky, let alone China. This is why it is important...
5 most important ports for logistics in china
by Yonatan Fried China is such a vast country, we can sometimes forget that it borders...
How to Avoid the Common Pitfalls of Foreign-Owned Company Management in China?
In the past few years, setting up a company in China has become relatively easy compared...
10 Fun Facts about China
China is an ancient and large country, flourishing with rich history and surprising culture that many...
Mixing Business with Pleasure – 7 Podcasts for people interested in China
Anyone who works with China knows how hard it is to find reliable and up-to-date content...
Haven’t Registered an Entity in China? You Can Still Build Your Local Business
Can you own a business in China? The short answer: Yes, you can register and own a...
Why Should You Start Selling in China’s Ecommerce & On Which Platforms?
China’s e-commerce market is now the largest in the world. Accounting for over 40% of global...
Support Measures for Businesses in Post Lockdown Shanghai
After more than two long and frustrating months, Shanghai’s tight lockdown has finally lifted. As China’s...
The Chinese Metaverse- A Parallel Universe Detached from the West
Since Facebook has changed its name to Meta, the Metaverse trend has taken over the professional...
Save Yourself Legal Trouble in China with These 10 Golden HR Rules
Chinese employment laws can be confusing for foreign employers. On top of language barriers and cultural...
Minimum Wage in China
The minimum wage in China is a dynamic factor that changes not only over time but...
Update: China’s 2022 National Blueprint
Every year, at the end of Q1, the Chinese government publishes its Government Work Report, which...
Managing a foreign-owned company in China in 2022-2023
Instability inherently exists in doing business in China – be it constant regulation changes or Covid-19...
Tax Incentives in China – 2022’s Update
Financial incentives offered to businesses make a significant impact on decision-makers. Sometimes, these are even the...
Considerations for Budget Planning in China
Budget planning for your China operation shouldn’t be fundamentally different from budget planning in any other...
10 facts you (probably) did not know about Chinese money
What did ancient Chinese money look like? When did inflation first occur? Why are banknotes burned...
Tax News: VAT Refunds & Reductions in China 2022
If you are a foreign company operating in China, handling your accounting in China and producing...
Recruit & Hire Female Employees in China [A Post for International Women’s Day]
International Women’s Day is coming up, and people worldwide are praising the growing participation of women...
What is Your China’s Company’s Tax Level?
All corporate taxpayers in China are granted a certain tax level. Though it sounds simplistic, the...
Operational Audit in China – A Health Check to Your Business
An operational audit serves as a crucial health check for international businesses operating in China. As...
What is the China Cybersecurity Classified Protection System (CCPS/MLPS)
China’s Cybersecurity Law (CSL), first introduced in 2017 and amended with updates that took effect in...
China’s Data Security Law – Instructions for Businesses in China
Ever since China outlined the shift towards a digital economy as a primary national goal, the...
Tariffs Adjustments in China in 2022 – Good News for International Exporters
Against the backdrop of the collective ongoing global supply chain crisis, the Chinese government is actively...
3 Consumption Trends in China That Could Help Tailor Your Business Strategy
In a vast and populous country like China, where living standards are constantly on the rise,...
Load More