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Singapore retail job postings up 9.2% ahead of festive season
Singapore retail job postings up 9.2% ahead of festive season
Job seekers in the retail sector also rose by 7.6%.
Central Retail launches 'retailtainment' concept in new Robinson store
With over 350 brands, Robinson Lifestyle Chalong is the 28th location.
Wellness Pragmatists: Consumers shift to products that deliver immediate benefits
Brands should craft functional and simple solutions that they can easily adopt.
ACE Hardware Philippines stays 'Helpful' to remain competitive
CEO Bernard Ong spoke about how vital a branding position is in ensuring retailers keep their relevance in the market.
Amazon expands employee assistance programme to children
This allows children of its Singapore employees to seek mental health support for free.
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.
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