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South Korea’s stores roll out COVID-19 self-test kits

The self-test kits received approval for emergency use in April.

Second-wave uncertainties loom over India’s retail industry

Retailers have been urged to expand to smaller cities to ramp up their consumer bases.

South Korea’s e-commerce firms expands gift services

Naver launched a gift shop, whilst SK stoa has widened the scope of its online gift function.

Customers take center stage: Using innovation to grow your business

This exclusive Retail Asia virtual round table on 28 May will guide retailers on how to meet their customer's needs and sustain their business during the pandemic.

How NTUC FairPrice's consumer centric mindset became its golden goose

The "FairPrice on Wheels" community initiative brings daily essentials to mature estates with higher concentration of low-income seniors.

US-based Sam’s Club launches first Huizhou store

The store offers sampling activities, free eye and hearing tests, and wine tasting.

Hongkong Land launches shopping mall in Chongqing

It features a seven-storey botanical garden and sports and cultural interactive offerings.

Revenge spending boosts South Korea’s luxury retail

Both women’s and men’s clothing stores saw a rise in sales this year.

How South Korea’s supermarkets lure in neighborhood customers

Customers have been shopping more through local shops and online platforms.

Shinsegae’s Emart offers ‘e-money’ to customers

Shoppers can save up to 3,000 points by finding products sold cheaper elsewhere.

South Korea’s department stores scramble for better products

The rapid rise of online shopping has weakened their status amongst SMEs.

JD’s Seven Fresh launches first Shenzhen store

Customers can get imported produce as well as local fruits from Guangdong.

How embedded finance eases Philippines’ e-commerce woes

Embedded finance aims to simplify transactions and improve customer experience.