Shares of Topsports International Holdings fell sharply in Hong Kong trading after Nike Inc moved to cut off the distributor's online sales of Nike products on the Chinese mainland, marking the latest step in the US sportswear giant's efforts to regain control of its digital retail ecosystem.

Nike is streamlining its online business in China as the company looks to stabilize pricing and branding and get back to growth.

The move aims to rebuild trust with Chinese shoppers and sell its products at full price. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.