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Hermès blends mythology and craftsmanship in HK's Elements mall reopening
Hermès blends mythology and craftsmanship in HK's Elements mall reopening
Store design is inspired by mythical creatures and the five elements.
Hermès unveils city-inspired retail concept at Taipei SOGO Fuxing
Store design inspired by Taipei’s architecture, light, and urban energy
FairPrice Group to expand AI-powered retail innovations across stores by 2026
This includes smart carts, digital price tags, and AI staff app.
Birkenstock expands Japan presence with new Osaka concept store
The store includes a Care Essentials area.
First stand-alone Hermès store in Beijing showcases craft and culture
The design draws inspiration from the nearby Forbidden City
Scaling pharmacy networks exposes gaps in medicine supply and distribution
AI tools help forecast demand and maintain stock levels across pharmacies.
Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines
The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.
Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery
Panelists during Retail Asia Summit discussion highlight digital engagement, personalization, and experience as key to capturing demographic.
IKEA targets 25 new stores across India over next five years
Over $1.03b has already been invested in the Indian market.
Gap launches in Australia with Fashionata partnership
The brand will be available in select Myer stores.
CDFI and ANTA sign deal to expand retail across Asia
The partnership will focus on key Belt and Road markets.
Franchise push drives Bata India past 700 stores across country
It plans to double the pace of new store openings.
Robinsons Retail phases out South Korea’s No Brand as sales remains minimal
It accounts for only around 0.2% of annual net sales.
Boucheron opens first flagship in China’s Shanghai
It is the brand’s third flagship worldwide.
Metro and Samsung partner to upgrade Paragon store
Twelve large-format Samsung digital displays installed across three floors.
Consumers split spending paths across Asia
Age and growth expectations reshape regional consumption.
Central Retail accelerates growth with $558m investment plan
It aims to expand and renovate its stores in Thailand and Vietnam.
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