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IKEA cuts restaurant prices globally
IKEA cuts restaurant prices globally
It is also updating its menu with new Asian-inspired dishes.
Sandro Paris opens first store in the Philippines
Sandro Paris opens first store in the Philippines
This is part of the brand's wider expansion across Southeast Asia.
Global eyewear market to hit $323.76b by 2030
Global eyewear market to hit $323.76b by 2030
It is driven by rising cases of vision problems and increased screen time.
Pop Mart expands reach in SEA via Lazada tie-up
Pop Mart expands reach in SEA via Lazada tie-up
It is tapping into the region’s fast-growing blind box and collectibles trend.
Global footwear market to reach $588b by 2030
Global footwear market to reach $588b by 2030
It is driven by rising disposable income and urbanisation.
CHAGEE Singapore opens new Signing outlet
CHAGEE Singapore opens new Signing outlet
It aims to provide a more inclusive working environment for both deaf and hearing individuals.

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TikTok creators sway health buys across Southeast Asia
More than half of consumers find health products on social media.
E-commerce YouTube seeks to topple TikTok as video shopping king
Two in five Southeast Asian shoppers turn to online videos to research products.
Technology Yum China champions smart restaurant management
Automation is expected to power the company’s expansion across China.
Stores IKEA revamping store designs in major cities
Customers across Paris, Mumbai and London want more shopping guidance.
Hong Kong losing appeal as shopping mecca due to tariffs
Mainland Chinese tourists may turn to Japan and Korea for better value.
Stores CJ Olive Young woos tourists in search of K-beauty’s ‘glass skin’
Free skin scans are driving loyalty beyond Korea.
Technology Shiseido blends beauty and science
The boundaries between cosmetic products and beauty medicine have become blurry.

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