Stores

South Korea to expect modest near-term retail sales figures

The country is seeing its worst outbreak, leading to tighter restrictions on stores.

HK-listed Link REIT buys Guangzhou mall for $501m

With a gross retail area of 90,113 sqm, it is considered the biggest mall in its district.

Membership-only wholesale stores emerge in China

Costco’s market entry in 2019 drew the attention of local retailers.

Philippine retailers struggling to rightsize as logistics takes off: JLL

This is following the rise of e-commerce-use amidst long lockdowns throughout the country.

BTS pop-up stores launches in three new Asian cities

The K-Pop-themed stores opened in Singapore and Manila in May.

Vietnam’s TNI King Coffee debuts in the US

The store offers a range of traditional Vietnamese coffee and meals.

Australia’s retailers pledge on plastic waste pact

They have signed to ensure that 100% of their plastic packaging is recyclable.

French grocery retailer Auchan mulls Taiwan exit

It is currently looking to identify prospective buyers for its RT-Mart stake.

Gucci launches ‘Gaok’ flagship in Seoul

The space was designed to offer a comfortable place for visitors and passers-by.

IKEA to expand delivery across China via Tmall

The store piloted its delivery service in March.

Shinsegae’s Emart set to exit Vietnam

Local firm THACO likely bought a full interest in the company.

APAC to lead global footwear retail market growth

Retailers are urged to consider opening new stores in smaller cities and towns.

Weekly News Wrap: Tata buys majority stake in BigBasket; Jessica Liu departs as Lazada president

And SEA’s e-commerce market could grow $280b with more women entrepreneurs.

High inflation and job loss threatens India’s retail spending

India recorded a 11-year high wholesale price index in April.

Sa Sa International expects bigger loss in FY2021

Amidst this, the group has been looking to further develop its online business.