# Chinese bubble tea company ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5 million, sparking backlash

A Chinese bubble tea firm was ordered by a court to pay $1.5 million to Louis Vuitton for trademark infringement. The ruling has triggered backlash among Chinese consumers who view it as excessive. This highlights tensions between international brand protection and local business practices.

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### Business
- [BBC Business](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwykk095yzzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:19:25 GMT