Stores
Aldi Australia trials self-checkout in Darlinghurst
Aldi Australia trials self-checkout in Darlinghurst
More than half of its customers opted to use the new service.
SM brings back organic market caravan in the Philippines
The caravan is bringing fresh produce as well as takeout meals in two malls.
Grab launches online supermarket in Singapore
It is starting with over 5,000 products from local supermarket chain HAO Mart.
Dairy Farm’s Hero Group closes Giant stores in Indonesia
The company found that hypermarkets have been declining in popularity worldwide.
Aeon rolls out products in refillable packs
Customers can be refunded for returning the containers.
Singapore’s GIC forms JV retail-led business with India’s PML
The joint venture will have a $733m portfolio of retail-led mixed use developments.
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.
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