Swiss Watch Exports Growth Slows as China Orders Drop

From bnnbloomberg.ca

Swiss watch exports grew at a slower pace in October as shipments to China declined, suggesting a slight moderation in demand for high-end timepieces. Shipments rose 6.7% to 2.27 billion francs ($2.4 billion) last month, the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry said Thursday. Exports are up 12% in the first ten months of the year, on track for a record. Demand for luxury watches has risen to record levels after more cash-flush consumers discovered Swiss brands from Rolex and Omega to Patek Philippe while stuck at home during the pandemic. Markets for all sorts of tradeable collectibles have been buoyant lately. ... (full story)