Stores

South Korea relaxes business hour restrictions on restaurants, cafes

The government plans to revamp restrictions further if the situation remains stable.

Demographic shifts boost APAC’s DIY home improvement retail market

But the lack of skilled professionals in the sector might hold back growth in coming years.

JD.com rolls out omnichannel initiatives in lockdown-hit Shanghai

Seven Fresh has collaborated with grocery suppliers to transport basic supplies.

Central Retail subsidiary is Reebok’s sole distributor in Thailand

CRC Sports entered a partnership with Authentic Brands Group.

China sees ‘solid’ consumer spending during Lunar New Year: report

Retail sales grew 6.7% to US$1.7t in the first two months of the year.

From brewing beans to kneading doughs: Figaro Coffee Group finds niche in pizza delivery services

Angel’s Pizza propelled the food conglomerate’s growth in the Philippines.

AllHome poses double-digit net income growth in 2021

The company recorded a 46% year-on-year increase to P1.44b.

IKEA to open 4th store in Thailand

It will be located at Emsphere on Sukhumvit Road. 

South Korea retail sales climbs 4.7% in February

Online sales during the month offset the decline seen in offline sales.

Korea Seven’s takeover of Ministop Korea clinches regulator approval

The approval is expected by the regulator to spur three-way competition in the market.

Bangkok’s retail growth to depend on government support: report

Activity revived in Thailand’s industry in Q4 2021 but outlook remained muted.

Taobao Deals launches 10-Yuan store

It has also unveiled a 100 store for higher-value products.

Tim Hortons’ mid-2022 launch in India is ‘well-timed’: GlobalData

The Canada-based restaurant chain will likely benefit from the resurgence of ‘out-of-home dining.’

Singapore Retailers Association elects Ernie Koh as new president

He will take over R Dhinakaran, who sat for three consecutive terms since 2016.