Debut economy reshaping Beijing's consumption map

During a recent weekend, I found myself waiting in line for a limited-edition latte at Wangfujing WellTown in Beijing's Tongzhou district. Around me, families compared shopping bags, while young groups livestreamed their "first visit".

As a reporter who has long covered macroeconomic data and policy briefings, I am used to writing about consumption in percentage points. That afternoon, I experienced it in decibels, aromas and QR codes.

The highly anticipated Wanli commercial and entertainment complex, which officially opened in late December, has quickly become one of the capital's hottest new landmarks.