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Uniqlo Singapore pilots mini outlet for busy shoppers
The branch will serve working professionals, elderly shoppers, and families.
Asian brands gain ground in Indonesia’s retail market
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Asian brands gain ground in Indonesia’s retail market
Shifting consumer preferences, brand perception, and loyalty tech fuel the rise of Eastern labels.
8 hours ago
South Korea’s Bunjang targets Singapore as launchpad for Asia expansion
South Korea’s Bunjang targets Singapore as launchpad for Asia expansion
User growth in Singapore has jumped 452% from January to June 2025.
9 hours ago
Marithé + François Girbaud opens first store in Greater China
Marithé + François Girbaud opens first store in Greater China
Three more stores planned in 2025.
2 days ago
Zalora names new CEO
TikTok Shop Malaysia extends free returns to 30 days for mall products
TikTok Shop Malaysia extends free returns to 30 days for mall products
This applies exclusively to items with the official 'Mall' badge.
2 days ago
Australian retailers warn RBA’s rate hold a setback for sector recovery
Australian retailers warn RBA’s rate hold a setback for sector recovery
RBA holds cash rate at 3.85% despite easing inflation.
2 days ago
Global cheese market to hit $225.42b by 2030
Global cheese market to hit $225.42b by 2030
It is driven by rising demand for plant-based alternatives.
2 days ago
Guess Jeans launches Tokyo flagship
Guess Jeans launches Tokyo flagship
Japan is now one of the company’s most important international markets.
3 days ago
Food delivery share in Asia Pacific rises to 23%
Food delivery share in Asia Pacific rises to 23%
The region now accounts for 40% of global foodservice sales.
4 days ago
Tumi opens first flagship store in China
Tumi opens first flagship store in China
It introduces a scenario-based display strategy.
4 days ago
South Korea retail sales up 7% in May
South Korea retail sales up 7% in May
It was driven by a continued surge in online sales.
4 days ago
Columbia Sportswear opens largest Japan store
Columbia Sportswear opens largest Japan store
It offers the brand’s most extensive product lineup in the country.
4 days ago
Flash Coffee appoints new CEO to lead Indonesia expansion
Flash Coffee appoints new CEO to lead Indonesia expansion
It plans to scale to over 500 stores across Indonesia.
4 days ago
L’Oréal to acquire professional haircare brand Color Wow
L’Oréal to acquire professional haircare brand Color Wow
It is expected to close after standard regulatory approvals.
4 days ago
Australia retail spending up 3.3% in May
Australia retail spending up 3.3% in May
All retail categories recorded year-on-year growth.
4 days ago
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Indonesian retailers embrace digital signage to boost traffic
Lippo, Erajaya, and Kopi Kenangan use screens for promotions.
2 days ago
MAP Indonesia targets rising middle class with home and wellness focus
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The retailer is targeting 80 million people in the middle-to-premium class.
Fashion
Uniqlo Singapore pilots mini outlet for busy shoppers
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The branch will serve working professionals, elderly shoppers, and families.
Social media creators sway health buys across Southeast Asia
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More than half of consumers find health products on social media.
E-commerce
YouTube seeks to topple TikTok as video shopping king
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Two in five Southeast Asian shoppers turn to online videos to research products.
Technology
Yum China champions smart restaurant management
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Automation is expected to power the company’s expansion across China.
Stores
IKEA revamping store designs in major cities
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Customers across Paris, Mumbai and London want more shopping guidance.
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The company took home the Sustainability Initiative of the Year - Hong Kong, Health & Beauty Retailer of the Year - Hong Kong, and the Marketing Initiative of the Year - Hong Kong wins.
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