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Louis Vuitton opens first restaurant in SEA
Louis Vuitton opens first restaurant in SEA
The restaurant is a creative collaboration with legendary chef Gaggan Anand.
Indonesian consumers pivot towards halal cosmetics: analyst
The sector will achieve a CAGR of 3% to 4% in APAC from 2022 to 2027.
Restaurant Brands International unveils long-term growth plan for 2028
The company aims to open 40,000 restaurants for its four anchor brands.
Frictionless commerce faces uphill battle from lukewarm customer feedback
The sector gained a moderate $375.m from retail in 2023.
Singapore's MADLY Bespoke Jeweller enters Dubai as first-ever international venture
The store is located in Dubai’s City Walk.
Foodservice is the next hot ticket for luxury maisons in Asia
Over 30% of young respondents are seeking new experiences outside of brands.
L’Oreal completes minority investment in Chinese fragrance brand
This will boost To Summer’s growth globally.
The Warehouse Group runs 26 stores with solar power
It aims to be 100% solar-powered by end-2026.
DIYblinds names new CEO
The co-founders will serve as chief growth officer and director of the company.
3 in 5 Asians are influenced by health benefits when buying food or drinks
62% of Asians are more influenced by the health benefits of products.
7-Eleven Singapore launches first-ever self-checkout in Esplanade MRT Station
The unmanned store will operate a quick-serving AI system to track items and serve orders fast.
Brands leverage Indian consumers’ individualism for Valentine’s Day marketing
Around 3 in 10 consumers buy food and drinks aligned with their personality.
Mitsubishi, KDDI to co-own Lawson
KDDI currently holds a 2.1% share of Lawson.
ADB, Cambodia’s Foreign Trade Bank to boost financing for MSMEs
MSMEs comprise 99% of Cambodia’s enterprises.
Malaysia hot coffee segment to grow 4.5% in 2027
In 2022, on-premise consumption contributed 25% to the category's value share.
Central Retail records 10% sales growth during Vietnamese New Year Festival
Vietnam has also experienced growth of 6.3% in the retail sector.
L’Oréal, Miu Miu partner for exclusive worldwide licence agreement
Miu Miu is now part of the L’Oréal Luxe division.