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Japan's convenience stores' plans for turning around from lower sales in 2020
Japan's convenience stores' plans for turning around from lower sales in 2020
Convenience chains are focusing on returning to a growth trajectory.
Weekly News Wrap: Alibaba's shares up 6% after anti-monopoly fine; Small Indian businesses hold event vs. Amazon summit
And Swiss watch brand Piaget to open more stores in China.
Singapore's homegrown retailer Naiise closes doors after disastrous financial year
Founder Dennis Tay is expected to file for personal bankruptcy.
Singapore-based Flash Coffee to open 300 stores across APAC
It clinched $15m in a Series A round led by White Star Capital.
Watsons Hong Kong launches plastic recycling programme
Watsons is expecting to collect about 110,000 containers in 12 months.
‘Treat yourself' economy on the rise in China: report
Consumers are looking to pursue more enjoyment and self-improvement.
South Korea's SK Group buys 16.3% stake in VinCommerce
They will collaborate to invest in retail, logistics, and electronic payments.
South Korea's SK Group buys 16.3% stake in VinCommerce
They will collaborate to invest in retail, logistics, and electronic payments.
South Korea's supermarkets ramp up fresh-food and delivery services
GS’ one-hour delivery service saw a 457% surge in demand between December 2020 and March 2021.
Reliance Retail extends completion date of Future Retail acquisition
Amazon has formally objected to the deal, putting the transaction under dispute.
Recovery in sight for Japan's retail sales
Consumer confidence has improve, but is not yet hitting pre-pandemic levels.
Masan Group's VinMart renamed as Winmart
The company plans to expand its outlets by 30,000 stores over the next five years.
Weekly News Wrap: Japan's izakaya bars sees surge in bankruptcies; Hong Kong shop raided over ‘content labelling'
And Starbucks aims to eliminate disposable cups in South Korea by 2025.
Four obstacles slowing digitalization of China's department stores
Companies need employees that can engage and capture young consumer groups.
Starbucks opens Japan store with traditional design
The Oharai-machi store is located along a historical street in Ise Shima.
Vape brand Yooz to launch Philippine site
It has opened over 4,000 franchisees’ stores in less than half a year.
Singapore's retailers launch Easter products and promotions
FairPrice has rolled out scratch cards, whilst Cold Storage displayed chocolate eggs.
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