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Tumi expands flagship stores in Greater China
Another round of flagships is planned for Beijing, Chengdu, and Shenzhen.
3 days ago
Watsons rolls out JCprogram across Asia
Watsons rolls out JCprogram across Asia
The global aesthetic beauty sector is expected to grow to USD35b by 2033.
17 minutes ago
Chagee opens largest flagship store in Hong Kong
Chagee opens largest flagship store in Hong Kong
This marks Chagee’s seventh outlet in the region.
3 days ago
H&M taps young Filipinos to drive growth
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H&M taps young Filipinos to drive growth
Youth, digital habits, and fashion appetite fuel H&M’s Philippine strategy.
6 days ago
Spinneys, Ayala form JV to open supermarket chain in the Philippines
Spinneys, Ayala form JV to open supermarket chain in the Philippines
Ayala will hold a 60% stake in the venture.
6 days ago
CJ Foods opens first production plant in Japan to expand K-food
CJ Foods opens first production plant in Japan to expand K-food
The group’s dumpling sales in Japan rose 28% in early 2025.
JD.com delivers over 30,000 iPhone 17 units within hours of launch
JD.com delivers over 30,000 iPhone 17 units within hours of launch
About 10,000 stores supported same-day delivery in 80% of counties.
SM Group expands beauty and wellness network with over 1,000 brands
SM Group expands beauty and wellness network with over 1,000 brands
It features global premium labels such as YSL and Lancôme.
Carousell Luxury opens first physical store in Singapore
Carousell Luxury opens first physical store in Singapore
Sellers get on-the-spot bag valuations in just 10 to 20 minutes.
Vietnam’s retail sector earnings surge 52% YoY in H1
Vietnam’s retail sector earnings surge 52% YoY in H1
It was led by Mobile World Investment Corporation’s higher earnings (+54%).
Authenticity, local payments drive online consumer trust in SEA
Authenticity, local payments drive online consumer trust in SEA
Competitive digital landscape, authenticity and seamless payments are becoming non-negotiable for brands.
Industry leaders urge hyperlocalisation through deep market research
Industry leaders urge hyperlocalisation through deep market research
Retailers must know their clients "like a best friend."
How can Southeast Asia redefine its role in global supply chains?
How can Southeast Asia redefine its role in global supply chains?
China is moving upstream into high-value R&D and components—opening the door for Southeast Asia.
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How can Saudi retailers keep up with younger, digital shoppers?
Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen Alpha will control 77% of household incomes by 2035.
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Singapore department stores shrink, add dining and wellness
Social media and e-commerce are raising shopper expectations.
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Success centres on resilient, sustainable value chains and compliance – EY’s Olivier Gergele
He stressed that companies can stay ahead by driving personalisation, seamless experiences, and embedding sustainability at the core of their operations.
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