Russian Consumer Orders from China Up 60% in Jan-May 2026
En resumen
- Russian consumer orders from China surged 60% in January-May 2026 year-on-year, though China's overall share of orders slightly decreased.
- The average purchase amount dropped, while footwear remained the top category despite a decline in its share.
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Russian consumers are increasingly sourcing goods from China, with specific categories like footwear and apparel showing sustained popularity. However, there are indications of a shift in purchasing behavior, including a lower average spending per order and a decline in demand for electronics.
MOSCOW, June 2. /TASS/. Orders placed by Russian consumers from China increased by 60% in January-May 2026 compared with the same period of 2025, CDEK.Shopping’s press service told TASS.
"Russian consumers’ interest in goods from China continues to grow year after year -- in January-May 2026, growth amounted to 60% year-on-year. At the same time, China’s share declined slightly from 26% to 24%," analysts said.
According to them, the average purchase amount fell from 18,007 rubles to 16,300 rubles over the year. Nike became the most popular brand among Russian consumers with a 14.39% share. New Balance ranked second with 11.31%, while Adidas came third with 8.12%.
Footwear remains the most frequently ordered category from China among Russians. The category has retained its leading position for the second consecutive year, although its share declined by 17.14% in favor of other categories. Clothing ranked second in popularity, posting growth of 4.79%. Accessories completed the top three with a share of 8.97%, up from 4.21% in 2025.
At the same time, demand for electronics declined significantly from 9.36% in 2025 to 5.09% in 2026, while demand for sports and leisure goods fell from 8.12% to 6.77%, the statement said.
Preguntas abiertas
- What specific factors are driving the 60% increase in orders from China?
- Why has China's overall share of orders declined slightly?
- What is the primary reason for the decrease in average purchase amount?
- What specific categories are gaining share from footwear?
