Philippines

Philippines eases minimum paid-up capital for foreign retailers

The Philippines has lowered the minimum paid up capital to $488,000 from $25m.

Robinsons Retail to buy 100% stake in Ministop Philippines

It will acquire the remaining 40% shares of Ministop Japan in February.

PH F&B company Fruitas ventures into healthcare

Famous fruit shake shop Fruitas has inked a deal to acquire 100% shares of Surehealth.

Shoppertainment Live opens seven 'livestyle' studios in PH

The studios will be used for the new normal in live commerce.

SEA online shoppers placed safety and security as top concerns

The report by Vesta surveyed respondents from the Philippines, Singapore, and Indonesia.

Philippines to achieve retail recovery by 2022

Household spending is expected to remain behind pre-pandemic levels for 2021.

Philippines’ Jollibee introduces ordering app in US, Canada

It ran a two-week promotion in celebration of the launch.

Philippine stores offer freebies to vaccinated customers

The local government called for businesses to offer such discounts and other perks.

H&M’s Cos launches store in Philippines’ SM Aura Premier

The store is offering a limited-edition tote for those who spend $200.

WATSONS demonstrates the importance of agility and responsiveness amidst a health crisis

The health & beauty store chain won Marketing Initiative of the Year and Health and Beauty Retailer of the Year - Philippines.

Philippines’ Rustan’s Co-founder Bienvenido Tantoco, Sr. passes

Since its founding, the retailer has opened department stores in five major locations.

Outlet digitalization fuels Philippines’ foodservice growth

Consumers will experiment with different dining options as economy recovers.

Philippines-based Wilcon Depot launches online store

Items can be delivered, or picked up at the nearest store.