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Boucheron opens first flagship in China’s Shanghai
Boucheron opens first flagship in China’s Shanghai
It is the brand’s third flagship worldwide.
1 day ago
Central Retail unifies food businesses under new CEO
Stephane Coum has been appointed as the CEO.
2 days ago
Grab to acquire Delivery Hero's Foodpanda Taiwan in $600m deal
Taiwan marks Grab’s first market outside Southeast Asia.
2 days ago
Rapid quick commerce expansion lifts Alibaba sales amidst net income decline
Net income for the quarter was $2,235m.
2 days ago
Amazon AU bets $750m on robotics to supercharge local delivery
The robotics centre will process over 125 million packages annually at full capacity.
2 days ago
Metro and Samsung partner to upgrade Paragon store
Twelve large-format Samsung digital displays installed across three floors.
6 days ago
Department of Trade and Industry targets retail skill gaps
Framework and GS1 standards aim to modernise the sector.
6 days ago
Happy Skin and BLK target value-fluid Filipino consumers
Routine-based marketing seen as key to revenue.
6 days ago
Japanese consumers shrug at AI beauty, market growth falters, Mintel says
Researchers identify a persuadable majority that values long-term results.
Rising costs and low consumer confidence damp fashion growth outlook for 2026
Emerging markets are offering growth opportunities, whilst mature markets expand slowly.
L’Oréal expands AI partnership with NVIDIA to accelerate beauty innovation
AI speeds up product development 100×.
Australian retail faces rising costs as interest rates and oil prices rise
Retailers operate on tight margins amid cautious consumer spending.
Lanvin Group names new St. John Knits CEO
The move signals focus on strengthening retail and commercial operations.
China launches new online retail sales indicator
Total online sales now reported higher due to added services.
Dingdong leadership shifts as founder exits
Liang has served as Chairman of the Board and CEO since 2017.
YCP pushes retailers toward creator marketing
Short-form and niche platforms reshape reach.
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