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Around 60 APAC companies included in Top 250 retailers
Around 60 APAC companies included in Top 250 retailers
China’s JD.com, Inc., which is the top company from the region, ranked 9th globally.
Starbucks opens new store in Malaysia
The new store marks the Starbucks’ presence in all states and federal territories in Malaysia.
UNIQLO temporarily suspends operations in Russia amidst conflict
The company also condemned all forms of aggression that violate human rights.
Kuwait household spending to grow 6.7% in 2022
It is expected to reach $31.9b, surpassing pre-pandemic spending levels.
Greater China, APAC drag Adidas’ sales growth in 2021
The market reduced Adidas’ revenue growth by €1.5b.
Central Retail expands in Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor
The company will open a new shopping center – Robinson Lifestyle and Robinson Department Store Ban Chang.
Philippines' URC net income surges 109% YoY to $465.4m in 2021
This is on the back of the sale of its Oceania business.
Retail ‘war’ starts even before shoppers enter the store: Alfamart
At the front line is Alfamart's CRM platform that analyses consumer shopping behaviour.
UNIQLO Japan same-store sales drop 14%YoY in February
Total sales, including online sales, also declined 11.4%
UNIQLO to pilot curated space for female shoppers in SG
The flagship store for women will be located at the ION Orchard store in Singapore.
Alibaba ramps up benefits for employees
Employees could have seven days paid family care leave per year.
Reliance invests majority stake in clothing brand Abraham & Thakore
The brand focuses on bringing a modern, unconventional take on Indian handlooms.
Weekly News Wrap: Amazon and Future Group agree to talks; Shopee exits France months after launch
And the founder of China’s Haidilao has stepped down as CEO.
Growth in sight for Asia Pacific’s retail markets
Nearly all major destinations are expected to see bigger domestic visitor volumes.
AllDay rolls out first ‘smart carts’ in its Philippine stores
This gives consumers more autonomy in shopping in-store.
More than 60% of older consumers in SG still shop want in-store
This is even as more Singaporeans purchase in-app.
Consumer spending in Indonesia to see ‘solid growth’ in 2022
This comes as Indonesia further eases pandemic-related restrictions.
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