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EBay falters in China, turns to local partner (Honolulu Advertiser) SHANGHAI, China If only eBay Inc. had listened to Chinese Web users such as Gong Yunzhe.

EBay’s China lesson: Go local (San Jose Mercury News) When eBay bought EachNet, China’s then-leading online auctioneer, in July 2003, it seemed the world’s most-promising e-commerce opportunity would only be eBay’s to lose. Post a Comment

For eBay, It?s About Political Connections in China (New York Times) EBay?s decision to close its Web site in China partner with a Chinese company is the latest sign that local knowledge and connections matter in the Chinese market.