Stores
Estée Lauder completes $1.7b acquisition of DECIEM
The deal, completed on 31 May, involved a cash transaction of approximately $860m.
What’s next for Levi’s in Southeast Asia?
Explore how the brand is tapping into the diverse and growing consumer base in the region.
Central Food Group trials AI-powered system to reduce store food waste
Amongst the key features are automatic detection and optimal recycling.
Luxury brands double down on resort markets
Major brands strategically expand into leisure destinations to tap into their target audience.
Jo Malone opens flagship store in Japan
The new Harajuku location spans 2,540 square feet.
DoubleDragon's CityMall opens first Jollibee Group multi-brand store
This allows customers to order from all four brands in one transaction.
Chinese food industry sales hit $328.7b in 2023
The growth was largely driven by staple foods.
ION Orchard marks 15 years as a premier retail destination
The mall is proactive in conducting surveys to identify trends and optimise its tenant mix.
Ingka Group partners with Infosys to enhance digital operations
It will outsource part of its digital expertise to enhance agility and efficiency.
Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, has announced a strategic...
How will the rise of 'hermit consumers' impact the future of the F&B industry?
'Hermit consumers' are a new type of consumer who prefers staying home to dining out.
One Bangkok launches Thailand's first Mitsukoshi food destination
The 4,600 square meter supermarket and food hall promises a world-class shopping experience.
Kith to open flagship store in Seoul
This marks the brand's entry into the Seoul market.
Food Empire expands in Central Asia with new facility in Kazakhstan
It aims to meet the growing demand for instant beverages in the region.
SM Markets to open 10 to 15 new stores in 2024
It aims to serve the essential needs of Filipino communities in underserved areas.
Lululemon announces strategic organisational changes as CPO departs
The company has no plans to replace the role.
LVMH extends partnership with Alibaba to boost omnichannel presence in China
Alibaba Cloud's AI capabilities will be integrated to develop new applications and services for LVMH's global consumers.
Commentary
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