Stores
Uniqlo sues SHEIN over alleged shoulder bag imitation
It demands SHEIN to stop selling the product and compensation for damages.
Shinsegae’s Better Foods gets investment from Cleveland Avenue
Amongst its plant-based products cover meat, milk, and cheese substitutes.
Galeries Lafayette to expand in Macau
Overlooking the Nam Van Lake, the department store is set to be the “New Waterfront Fashion and Art Landmark."
Pirata Group co-founder returns as Interim CEO
The Hong Kong restauranteur will celebrate its tenth anniversary.
Crate & Barrel opens shared registry for its brands
This will enable new registrants and gift buyers to create Shared Registry for their home.
FairPrice Group to extend S$8 return voucher promotion
The return voucher promotion is extended until 24 January.
Limited Edt enters India’s retail market
It is the first store outside of Singapore.
APAC tax-free shopping records strong recovery in December 2023
The recovery rate during the month stood at 151%.
New Zealand consumers prioritise value in deciding purchase
Younger consumers are purchasing more online whilst the older are returning in-store.
AEON Mall to install 15 MW solar carports
The solar carports will be installed in 12 AEON stores.
Nearly half of Indian consumers want multifunctional benefits in food, drinks
They seek products that will boost their energy and immunity, amongst other benefits.
GOPIZZA furthers growth in Singapore, eyes SEA expansion
Around 40% of GOPIZZA stores have broken even within six months of their opening.
Pottery Barn Kids inks exclusive partnership with Aerin
The deal includes the first and only children’s home furnishings collection for both entities.
Shiseido launches app to provide beauty regimen support for consumers
The app also provides them with feedback on the appropriateness of their regimen application.
How life at home will look like in 2030: IKEA
The Swedish retailer included the AI-generated images for the tenth edition of IKEA Life at Home.
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