There will always be examples of companies who continue to produce in their home countries- how profitable they are and how long they wil last is another issue.
Fact is im not aware of one high end brand that is not sourcing, part developing or considering a complete move to China. pricing is under great pressure and its impossible to market product that ones opposition can buy for 70% less in China.
It was possible over the past 70 years becuase there was less competition in the market and China was n ot a force to be reckoned with.
Just in development time alone the european companies cannot compete.
B&O therefore have no choice- however, what is a concern is if they use the opportunity simply to buy cheaper but charge the same alarming prices. Flat screens from B&O need to drop by 40%