Under the circumstances of epidemic prevention and control, production and daily living has been restored in Shanghai. The business circle of Wujiaochang and Yangpu district resumed its normal business hours March 28.

Wujiaochang Suning Tesco opened just three months ago, and was suddenly hit by the coronavirus outbreak. But after a poor period, the store's sales have been on the rise recently, up about 30 percent in March compared to February.

Shi Huanhuan, the store manager, said that through apps, a WeChat group and other approaches to promote products, consumers opened the shopping cart sharing mode, and others scanned a QR code to place their orders.

She added that since mid-February, the store has also launched live streaming shows to encourage online sales of television sets, mobile phones and refrigerators. At present, online sales account for nearly 60 percent of total sales.

Especially on weekends, many families visit the store together, and air conditioning and kitchen appliances have regained popularity among consumers.

An aerial view of Wujiaochang, Yangpu district, Shanghai [Photo/WeChat account: scofcom]