Chinese consumers stuck at home step up spending on poker, mahjong sets this Lunar New Year holiday

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New consumption patterns are emerging in China this Lunar New Year, as Beijing encourages people to stay put and not travel this Spring Festival holiday because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Consumers are once again turning to poker and mahjong to keep themselves entertained during the festive season. These games used to dominate people’s holiday agendas, as they returned home to celebrate with their families.