Stores
Decathlon buys German outdoor retailer Bergfreunde
Decathlon buys German outdoor retailer Bergfreunde
Bergfreunde will operate independently whilst remaining under Decathlon’s umbrella.
Australian consumers trust in purpose-driven brands
Bunnings is the most trusted brand for customer experience excellence in Australia 2020-2023.
Consumers expect ‘delightful distractions’ in shopping
Brands can rely on storytelling and creative messaging to spark consumers’ joy.
MINISO launches first IP collection store in Singapore
The VivoCity store is the largest in Singapore.
Megaworld taps amusement entertainment concept to increase customers' stay in malls
The amusement entertainment experience also encourages movement for all types of consumers.
Nitori expands to South Korea
It has partnered with local supermarket chain Emart to open its first South Korean outlet.
Consumers push brands to take sustainability efforts up a notch
Environmental issues will remain a priority for customers.
Nike extends partnership with Football Australia for 10 years
The development pushes their partnership to 30 years now.
Central Retail releases first-ever bonds to boost investor confidence
Reserve sales are valued at $141m.
Tim Hortons launches in Singapore
Other Tim Hortons cafés will be opened in Nex, One Raffles Place and Suntec.
IKEA highlights free assembly parts campaign for Black Friday
It will offer 4,000 nuts, bolts, screws, dowels, and fittings.
Philippines’ Metro Retail launches programme to boost business partnerships
It targets to support those in the Sari-sari Stores and Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering segments.
Singapore’s Turn Capital buys Flash Coffee’s Thailand unit
Plans for expansion include opening more than 100 new stores.
PUMA Japan names new general manager
Ryokusai Inoue held positions as director of retail in PUMA and country manager of Tesla.
Sportswear brand ANTA targets 10 more Thailand stores
ANTA said Southeast Asia plays a vital role in its expansion drive.
MUJI reopens Plaza Singapura outlet as the largest flagship store in Southeast Asia
The new expansion will feature over 15 departments and more than 3,000 items.
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