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OH!SOME opens first Philippines store
OH!SOME opens first Philippines store
Its Makati City outlet offers IP products, accessories, amongst others.
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Fast Retailing sees stronger Q1 FY2026 as overseas business grows
Fast Retailing sees stronger Q1 FY2026 as overseas business grows
UNIQLO overseas operations drive the majority of quarterly profits.
4 hours ago
Global home décor market set to hit $880b by 2030
Global home décor market set to hit $880b by 2030
Growth driven by sustainability, digital décor, and personalised styling.
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Global clothing and textile recycling market to hit $20.2b by 2031
Global clothing and textile recycling market to hit $20.2b by 2031
Retailers boost recycling with take-back programmes despite logistics challenges.
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IKEA to close 7 China stores despite expansion plans
IKEA to close 7 China stores despite expansion plans
Weak consumer sentiment a key factor in shutdown.
1 day ago
TikTok Shop boosts Filipino MSME sales over 200% in 2025
TikTok Shop boosts Filipino MSME sales over 200% in 2025
Over 25,000 Filipino entrepreneurs trained in TikTok Shop tools
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Experiences overtaking products in luxury spending
Experiences overtaking products in luxury spending
Private jets, yachts expand 9% as travel demand climbsThe global luxury market stayed flat in 2025 at $1.7t (€1.44t), according to Bain & Company, with growth hovering between -1% and +1%.
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Luxury distribution shifts toward value in 2025 with outlets leading
Luxury distribution shifts toward value in 2025 with outlets leading
Outlets again outperformed, growing about 1% to 3%, whilst the secondhand luxury market expanded to about €50b.
2 days ago
Generative AI reshapes online shopping discovery with conversational search
Generative AI reshapes online shopping discovery with conversational search
AI-powered search could influence more than US$595b in retail e-commerce by 2028.
2 days ago
Louis Vuitton opens Seoul flagship store
Louis Vuitton opens Seoul flagship store
It features six floors, 200 pieces, and a cafe and restaurant.
3 days ago
Bandai Namco opens Gundam flagship store in Hong Kong
Bandai Namco opens Gundam flagship store in Hong Kong
Store offers over 100 Gundam models and exclusive content.
3 days ago
Singapore ranks seventh globally in Savills’ 'Matcha Index'
Singapore ranks seventh globally in Savills’ 'Matcha Index'
Matcha Index highlights cost competitiveness against major tech hubs
3 days ago
Thailand’s Central Retail exits Vietnam electronics market after Nguyen Kim sale
Thailand’s Central Retail exits Vietnam electronics market after Nguyen Kim sale
Thai retail giant to take $188.7m hit after sale
3 days ago
Singapore retail sales rise 6.3% in November 2025
Singapore retail sales rise 6.3% in November 2025
It reached a value of $4.4b during the month.
3 days ago
Hong Kong retail sales up 6.5% in November 2025
Hong Kong retail sales up 6.5% in November 2025
The value was provisionally estimated at $33.7b.
4 days ago
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DFI Retail revamps Guardian and IKEA stores for smarter shopping
Business is no longer purely transactional, but increasingly advisory.
Beyond The Vines uses online insights to shape overseas growth
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It looks at online reception before opening any physical stores.
Watsons launches Singapore’s first pharmacy eConsultation
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It targets busy professionals and people who want privacy.
Indonesian malls prioritise upgrades over expansion
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The shift mirrors Thailand’s focus on leisure and Japan’s emphasis on efficiency.
Oh!Some bets on experience-led retail to engage shoppers
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Interactive store layouts, tie-ups, and live events seek to encourage repeat visits.
Singapore department stores shrink, add dining and wellness
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Social media and e-commerce are raising shopper expectations.
Kao Hong Kong makes convenience central to Attack brand strategy
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It aims to appeal to younger consumers.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Teong Kar Loon and Tan Swee Chin of Unity Pharmacy
Tan Swee Chin of Unity Pharmacy emphasises how the pharmacy supports Singaporeans’ health through accessible wellness initiatives.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Teong Kar Loon and Tan Swee Chin of Unity Pharmacy
Tan Swee Chin of Unity Pharmacy emphasises how the pharmacy supports Singaporeans’ health through accessible wellness initiatives.
