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Guess Jeans launches Tokyo flagship
Guess Jeans launches Tokyo flagship
Japan is now one of the company’s most important international markets.
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.
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.
Columbia Sportswear opens largest Japan store
Columbia Sportswear opens largest Japan store
It offers the brand’s most extensive product lineup in the country.
Australia retail spending up 3.3% in May
Australia retail spending up 3.3% in May
All retail categories recorded year-on-year growth.
Retailers struggle to align AI with business strategy
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Retailers struggle to align AI with business strategy
Many APAC retailers face barriers in data readiness.
IKEA cuts restaurant prices globally
IKEA cuts restaurant prices globally
It is also updating its menu with new Asian-inspired dishes.

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MAP Indonesia targets rising middle class with home and wellness focus
The retailer is targeting 80 million people in the middle-to-premium class.
Fashion Uniqlo Singapore pilots mini outlet for busy shoppers
The store was developed using feedback from 31 million customers and employees.
Social media 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.

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