Korea

South Korea's Homeplus to launch motorcycle marketplace platform

The hypermarket chain expects to launch two types of electric motorcycles.

South Korea's Homeplus to launch motorcycle marketplace platform

The hypermarket chain expects to launch two types of electric motorcycles.

Fast-food chains embrace vegetarian offerings in South Korea

The country’s vegan population jumped tenfold from 2008 to 2018.

Lotte Mart gets Kang Sung-hyun as CEO

He became the CEO of Lotte’s drugstore chain in 2012.

Cosmetics on the rise for South Korea's convenience stores

Such stores in business districts saw a 226% leap in cosmetics sales.

South Korea's online shopping sites compete over swift delivery

Platforms such as Naver and 11st are rolling out same-day delivery services.

South Korea's craft brewers urge to allow online sales of beers

Over half of the country’s small craft brewers are now under restructuring.

Eyewear brand Gentle Monster opens store in Lotte World Tower

The new store showcases its 2021 collection under the theme ‘Alchemy’.

South Korea's department stores tap into customers' 'sensibility'

Shinsegae launched a lifestyle content section, whilst Hyundai introduced magazine content.

UK-based Dyson opens first Korean flagship store

The store features products from vacuum cleaners to hair appliances.

South Korean retailers compete over same-day delivery

Online sales doubled for Lotte Mart’s stores that offer Delivery Now services.

South Korean Amorepacific's profit plummeted 93.7% to $6.43m in Q3

Domestic sales fell amidst weaker international tourist arrivals.

South Korea's private consumption to recover ‘slower-than-expected': central bank

The resurgence of COVID-19 cases could crimp recovery for a considerable amount of time.

Subscription services on the rise amongst South Korea's groceries

The service has helped Emart 24 boost sales of its ice cup vouchers.

Facebook rolls out Facebook Shops in South Korea

This allows sellers to create their own collection and showcase their brand.

South Korea's retail sales grew 2% in May

Offline retailers saw a 13.5% rise in sales.